Dietary equity for Indian migrant women in Auckland: why culturally grounded evidence is urgently needed.

Most Indian communities form a significant and growing component of the Auckland population, including Indian migrant women, who often play central roles in food procurement and household dietary practices. While New Zealand and international evidence indicates post-migration dietary changes and barriers to healthy eating among South Asian populations, there is limited Auckland-specific information on the dietary behaviour of Indian migrant women. This commentary integrates existing evidence and outlines high-level research, policy and practice priorities. Strengthening culturally grounded dietary assessment, while addressing multilevel factors such as affordability, food environments and access to culturally appropriate information, is essential for promoting nutrition equity among the largest Asian ethnic female populations living in Aotearoa New Zealand.