According to the results of the National Nutrition Survey 2019 - 2020, Vietnam is facing three nutrition-related burdens: (1) Malnutrition; (2) Micronutrient deficiencies; (3) Overweight & obesity.

The causes of these problems stem from the fact that most Vietnamese people have limited access to health knowledge and do not fully understand the importance of nutrition. These figures are evidence that the current health situation is alarming, potentially leading to other dangerous diseases. Moreover, even if you want to improve your meal quality, you may not know where to start. So how can you improve nutrition properly?

First, we need to understand the importance of nutrition for the human body. A nutritious meal not only keeps the body healthy but also boosts mood, contributing to disease prevention.

Recognizing the deficiency in nutrition has led to many healthy eating trends such as The Gut-Lung Axis (maintaining a healthy digestive system), raw food diets, and low-calorie diets. Not only beneficial for health, these eating styles are trendy and highly sought after.

Many people believe that a nutritious meal must contain plenty of meat, fish, and seafood. This is a misconception that leads to a high risk of obesity. According to experts, each person has unique nutritional needs based on their physiology. The correct definition of a nutritious meal is a balance between different nutrient groups including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Eating nutritious meals has never been easy because the preparation process is complex and time-consuming. In today's modern lifestyle, many people tend to buy food and store it for the whole week. While this solution is convenient, food stored in the refrigerator for a long time loses its nutrients or may even develop bacteria, causing illness.

Furthermore, menus that emphasize nutritional value often tend to limit the use of spices, as most flavor enhancers are not good for health. Therefore, the food lacks richness in flavor and may not suit everyone's taste preferences, making it difficult for them to maintain.

The information mentioned above may seem overwhelming because eating scientifically and nutritionally balanced meals requires many factors. From the need for convenient storage, simplifying cooking processes, to ensuring fresh and delicious food, there are quite a few challenges on the journey to improving eating habits. Is there any help available to address these issues?