New study finds fish supply must be paired with public awareness to tackle malnutrition in Timor-Leste
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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 17-Jun-2026 07:16 ET (17-Jun-2026 11:16 GMT/UTC)
Malnutrition is a critical developmental obstacle in Timor-Leste, with poor maternal health and nearly half of its children under five suffering from stunting from diets that are chronically low in nutrient-rich foods, including fish. A new study from Timor-Leste, published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS ONE, shows that when it comes to improving intake of dietary nutrition, increased fish supply only works in tandem with public awareness and not alone.
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