Table 1.

Evolution of nutrition-related policy priorities in Ghana.

Source: Adopted from Ghartey (2010), Republic of Ghana (2016), Linderhof et al. (2019)

Period	Focus
1957–1966	Food demonstration and nutrition education
1966–1974	Identification of attitudes and behavioural change
1974–1987	Promotion of weaning and supplementary foods. Treating malnourishment
1987–1990	Addressing of micronutrient requirements
1990–2000	Planning and mobilization for action. Addressing of micronutrient deficiencies and exclusive breastfeeding
2000–2010	Consolidation of strategies for addressing micronutrient deficiencies (exclusive of breastfeeding). Promotion of community-based growth monitoring
2010–2020	Promotion of healthy eating and lifestyle