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Food Behaviors and Systemic Determinants: An International Comparative Analysis and Implications for Morocco and South Korea

Authors
Hajar Ouederrou1, *, Mounir Jerry1
1Laboratory of Economic Sciences and Public Policy, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
*Corresponding author. Email: hajar.ouederrou@uit.ac.ma
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Hajar Ouederrou
Available Online 20 June 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-680-7_4How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Nutrition Governance; Systemic Determinants; Nutrition Transition
Abstract

This chapter adopts a comparative conceptual approach to analyze how systemic determinants of food behaviors are governed at different stages of the nutrition transition, using Morocco and South Korea as illustrative cases. Through a qualitative documentary review, findings reveal two distinct trajectories. South Korea employs a proactive, data-driven model to regulate a saturated obesogenic environment. Conversely, Morocco relies on a strategic, multisectoral approach to navigate an accelerated double burden of malnutrition. Unlike standard institutional reports, this chapter highlights how governance capacity and data infrastructure shape policy effectiveness. Ultimately, it contributes to food systems research by demonstrating that early investment in continuous monitoring and strict regulatory instruments is critical to navigating the complexities of the Global Syndemic.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the Conference Morocco-Korea Cooperation: A Lever for Afro-Asian Development (MKC 2025)
Series
Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities
Publication Date
20 June 2026
ISBN
978-94-6239-680-7
ISSN
2667-128X
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-680-7_4How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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