In a news article published in The Freeman (TF), Ms. Mitchelle Palaubsanon, a TF senior reporter and president of the Media Information Network for Nutrition and Development 7, highlighted the recent announcement of the National Nutrition Council Region VII concerning this year's Nutrition Month campaign.
The 49th Nutrition Month will focus on making healthy diets affordable for all, in light of the country's high food insecurity. The campaign aims to raise awareness on supporting Filipinos to access affordable healthy diets, reduce malnutrition, and improve food security and quality of life. It also urges the food industry to offer healthier options and for consumers to demand them.
The Nutrition Month celebration, which is held every July, is an institutionalized activity by local government entities, educational institutions, and other stakeholders, with the aim of raising public awareness about the value of nutrition. Legislation and policies to provide a supportive environment for healthy eating are also a crucial component in the observance of the yearly Nutrition Month.//Nancy Cudis Ucag, MIND 7 VP-Social Media, with reports by Mitchelle Palaubsanon, MIND 7 President