take up the call for

[Ksenia]

Hello.

Newspapers, magazines, and TV have all taken up the call for a healthier diet.

What is the meaning of the phrase in blue? Does it mean to be up for a healthy diet?

Thank you.

 

[bhaisahab]

It means that they are promoting/calling for a healthier diet.

 

[teechar]

What's the source of this sentence, please?

 

[Ksenia]

Teechar, this sentence is taken from a text named "Out of the frying pan" (Business Result, Advanced level).

 

[Rover_KE]

Ksenia, always cite the source of your quotes, please, and the author, if known.