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Front-of-package labels (FOPL) provide crucial details about the nutritional content of ultra-processed foods. Ultra-processed foods are a significant contributor to the rising rates of obesity. Ultra-processed products (UPPs), often laden with excessive sugar, salt, and trans-fats, significantly contribute to this health crisis. An unhealthy diet stands as a major modifiable risk factor for NCDs. The absence of evidence based policies like front of pack nutrition labelling and warning signs on ultra-processed foods is among the primary reasons that people are unable to adopt the healthy food choices. Clear and concise labels help identify foods high in sodium, saturated fats, and sugars, which are key contributors to chronic diseases like hypertension, diabetes, and obesity.FOPL keeps c...