News
New Report Highlights Importance of Nutrient Profile Models and Front-of-Pack Warning Labels
Sep 2024: Heartfile has developed a new report on Nutrient…Read moreOn October 11, 2024 in Bhurban, Heartfile
On October 11, 2024 in Bhurban, Heartfile and leading civil-society…Read more
November 5,6, 2024: Aat the 14th Public Health
November 5,6, 2024: at the 14th Public Health Conference held…Read more
World Diabetes Day Day
Islamabad, November 14, 2024 – On World Diabetes Day, Heartfile…Read more
Consultation Meetings
Islamabad, January 6, 2025 – Top health and food policy…Read more
Consultation Meetings
Islamabad, January 27, 2025 – Building on the momentum from…Read moreIslamabad, February 18, 2025
Islamabad, February 18, 2025 – The Subcommittee of the Women’s…Read moreIslamabad, February 21, 2025
Islamabad, February 21, 2025 — In a press conference attended…Read more
“Research Reveals Front-of-Pack Warning Labels Could Ease Pakistan’s NCD Crisis”
Islamabad: February 24,2025: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a major challenge…Read more
Evidence Dissemination
Evidence Dissemination event 24 Feb 2025 RAMADA, IslamabadRead moreOn World Obesity Day
Islamabad, March 4, 2025 – On World Obesity Day, Heartfile…Read moreSerena Hotel, Quetta
Quetta, 17 April 2025 – A significant workshop addressing the…Read moreHeartfile and PANAH
Islamabad, 17 April 2025 – Heartfile and PANAH held a…Read moreIn a powerful display of solidarity,
Islamabad, 17 April 2025 – In a powerful display of…Read moreNational Policy Dialogue Held at Islamabad Secretariat
17 April 2025– A crucial National Policy Dialogue took place…Read more
WHO TFA Elimination Framework
The REPLACE action package provides a strategic approach to eliminating industrially-produced trans fat from national food supplies, with the goal of global elimination by 2023. The package comprises an overarching technical document that provides a rationale and framework for this integrated approach to trans fat elimination, along with six modules and additional web resources to facilitate implementation. Read More
Reports
Trans-Fatty Acid (TFA) Elimination in Pakistan: A situational Analysis
This report by Heartfile presents findings which highlight the dangers of TFA consumption and outlines the necessary steps and regulations for its removal in Pakistan. This report can be accessed here
Trans Fat Free by 2023 Report
This report presents case studies of six countries in different regions of the world that have enacted policies to eliminate industrially-produced trans fatty acids/trans fat (TFA) from their food supply. This report can be accessed here
Trans fat free by 2030 - Advocacy for trans fat elimination
Industrially produced trans-fatty acids have no known health benefits, and can be replaced with healthier alternatives. This webinar features different country experiences with proven strategies to reduce and eliminate exposure to artificial TFAs. This Report can be accessed here.
Policy Briefs
Trans-fatty Acid Elimination in Pakistan: A Policy Brief
The policy brief on Trans-fatty Acids (TFA) in Pakistan has been prepared by the World Health Organization (WHO), Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination (Nutrition Wing) and by Heartfile. This policy brief outlines the prevalence and sources of Trans-Fatty Acids in Pakistani diet and outlines a roadmap for TFA elimination for policymakers and civil society to consider in Pakistan’s context. This Policy can be accessed here.
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