New research shows that about seven out of 10 of new type two diabetes cases can be attributed to a 'sub-optimal diet.'
This study, which gathered data from 184 countries shows that eating plenty of whole grains, vegetables, fruit, nuts, and seeds reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
However, back here in NZ food prices have had their highest increase in 30 years. Grocery food prices increased by 14 percent while prices for fruit and vegetables increased by 22 percent.
So what can we do to make healthier food more accessible and affordable?
Boyd Swinburn, Professor of Population Nutrition and Global Health at the University of Auckland, talks to Jesse.
Fruit and vegatables. Photo: 123RF
