Sumati Bajaj
Sumati is Nutrition Knowledge Specialist at PAN International and works to turn complex nutrition and sustainability science into clear, practical learning for health professionals across the world. With research experience at University College London and the International Food Policy Research Institute, she works at the intersection of diet, health, and food systems, using evidence to inform real-world action. She is also a contributing author to the 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission report on healthy, sustainable, and just food systems, and has co-authored peer-reviewed publications and policy briefs.
OpinionUltra-processed foods and dietary guidance: why context matters
The challenge of knowing which foods to choose for good health, given constraints such as availability, taste and budget, is real. While blanket categories have sought to simplify decisions for consumers, new evidence points to a need for nuanced interpretation in order to improve the quality of global food environments.