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Breast milk is dubbed as the liquid gold for the numerous benefits it provides to newborns and infants. The breast milk composition is influenced by the mother’s nutritional status as well as her diet, which consequently affects the nutrient intake of the infant.
Nutritional requirements are higher during lactation than during pregnancy; an additional 500 kilocalories (kcal) of healthy food calories per day is recommended for well-nourished breastfeeding mothers. The additional calories may also vary by age, body mass index and the mother’s level of activity. During lactation the mother’s body always prioritizes the needs of her baby. Most nutrients, such as iron, zinc, folate, calcium and copper continue to be excreted in breast milk. Water-soluble vitamins’ concentration in breast milk is highly dependent on levels of intake of the mother while the fat-soluble vitamin concentrations is dependent mostly on maternal stores, although they may be increased by exogenous stores. Women that do not obtain sufficient nutrients from dietary sources may be at risk of deficiency in some vitamins and minerals that perform important functions. These deficiencies can be prevented if the mother improves her diet and makes the right and healthy food choices.
The Pinggang Pinoy, a food guide for pregnant mothers and lactating women, developed by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology can be used as reference on the proper food group proportions per meal basis to meet energy and nutrient needs of the mother.
Read more: Nutrition for Lactating Women: Healthy Mommy, Healthy Baby!
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9 August 2021, Cagayan de Oro City – “Makakaasa po kayo kung ano ang kailangang discussion to materialize the program, we are here. And we give our 101% support to the Tutok Kainan program,” Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer (PARPO) I Jalaini S. Mohammad declared during the Inception Conference held 9 August 2021.
The said Inception Conference was done to embark the partnership between the Department of Agrarian Reform – Lanao del Norte Provincial Office, and National Nutrition Council Region X for the implementation of the Tutok Kainan Dietary Supplementation Program (TK DSP).
This was attended by 20 DAR LDN officials, provincial staff, and municipal ARPOs, and NNC X. PARPO I Mohammad led DAR LDN in behalf of PARPO II Engr. Rushdi A. Mindalano. On the other hand, NNC X headed by Nutrition Program Coordinator Gladys Mae S. Fernandez facilitated the meeting.
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3 August 2021, Cagayan de Oro City - 30 July 2021 sealed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) through a Ceremonial Signing between DAR X and NNC X. This was held in the Conference Room of DAR Region 10 in Macanhan, Brgy. Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. The event formalized the partnership of the two agencies to combat malnutrition and hunger.
There were speeches and words of gratitude from Cabinet Secretary and Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) Chairperson on Zero Hunger Atty. Karlo Alexei Nograles on the partnership and ceremonial signing activity conducted. Reiterated from his message, “I will continue to be a champion of this cause because we need to help more children. We need to help more mothers, more farmers, and more fisher folks”. Accompanied his aspiration to eradicate hunger and malnutrition among children and pregnant mothers. Conversely, NNC Assistant Secretary and Executive Director Azucena M. Dayanghirang, MD, MCH, CESO III also shared her words of appreciation to the union of NNC X and DAR X, “This partnership is a win-win for all parties for we will not only help address malnutrition but also provide additional income and livelihood to farmers and fisher folks”. In lieu of Attorney Emily Padilla, Support Services Secretary of DAR, Mr. Baltazar Cruz, Director IV shared his message of greetings and joy for the collaboration and partnership of the two agencies.
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9 August 2021, Cagayan de Oro City – This year, the provinces and highly urbanized cities (HUCs) in Region 10 will undergo the regular Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation (MELLPI), following a year of suspension of M&E activities due to the coronavirus disease pandemic. Performance for the year 2019 will be assessed for this year’s round of M&E.
The Regional Nutrition Evaluation Team (RNET) headed by Dr. Arlita Amapola B. Minguez of CHED 10 have been facilitating virtual and face-to-face technical assistance and M&E activities since May of this year, including the evaluation for outstanding local nutrition focal points.
Six dimensions for nutrition program management will be assessed using the MELLPI Pro tool: 1) Vision and Mission, 2) Nutrition Laws and Policies, 3) Governance and Organizational Structure, 4) Local Nutrition Committee Management Functions, 5) Nutrition Interventions/Services, and 6) Changes in the nutritional status in the LGU.
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27 July 2021, Cagayan de Oro City – The National Nutrition Council (NNC) X conducted the Local Nutrition Early Warning System for Food and Nutrition Security (LNEWS-FNS) Program Implementation Review (PIR) and 1st semester monitoring last 26 July 2021 via Zoom. It was attended by eight (8) core group members from program areas Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental, Kadingilan and Talakag, Bukidnon and facilitated by Nutrition Officers Arlie Joy O. Damiles and Liezel Joy D. Reyes.
The PIR was held to determine the factors that facilitated the implementation of the LNEWS-FNS and to immediately address any challenges encountered by the local government units (LGUs). These were identified through workshop sessions: 1) Assessment of LNEWS-FNS Implementation Process; and 2) Successes and positive outcomes resulting from the use of LNEWS-FNS data.
Municipal Nutrition Action Officers presented LNEWS survey results highlighting the four-quarter trend of food security and the nutrition situation in their municipality for the year 2019. Most of the indicators’ alerts status are in normal condition or has minimal impact. However, the price of select food items increased and at a critical level that affects food accessibility.
Read more: R10 LNEWS-FNS areas review 2019 program implementation
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Breastfeeding has several benefits for both the mother and child. It is considered one of the most effective ways to ensure the child’s health and survival.
To raise awareness on the importance of breastfeeding, the month of August is declared as the National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. This is pursuant to Republic Act No. 10028 otherwise known as the “Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009”.
The Department of Health (DOH) spearheads the month-long celebration with the theme “Tulong-tulong sa Pagpapasuso sa First 1000 Days!”. This Year’s celebration emphasizes the importance of collaboration of the government, partners, communities, and families in protecting, promoting, and supporting breastfeeding. The celebration further promotes breastfeeding as a highly beneficial public health intervention for mothers and children on the first 1000 days.
Read more: Breastfeeding TSEk sa First 1000 Days: A shared responsibility!
