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Cebu City, Cebu – There are several organizations that exist in the barangay such as the Barangay Council (BC), Barangay Development Council (BDC) and of course the Barangay Nutrition Committee (BNC). These organizations are formed to ensure the effective implementations of different programs especially at the grassroots level.
Read more: Know your Barangay Nutrition Committee and how to make it functional – Part 1
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Cebu City - Our enthusiasm to share our lives online has increased the competition for new ideas and trends on social media. One of the obvious and recent changes is that more individuals are health conscious. Motivated and hopeful contents predominate social media timelines and 15-second video clips. thanks to the expansion of online fitness communities and advocates for sustainable eating. This new trend appeared out of nowhere. It was only inevitable that our perspective of health would alter as we become more cautious of our bodily health and mental stability.
One of the main steps we've taken to strengthen our defenses is stocking up on and consuming immune-boosting vitamins. And as the months went by, we gradually came to understand the advantages of a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Fast facts on the benefits of vitamins:
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Cebu City – As mentioned in the first part of the Tips on how to weigh infants aged 0-59 months, this article will talk about how to get the right reading or measurement when weighing children. There are two kinds of measuring equipment for weighing children. There is a mechanical scale and a digital one, and here are some tips for each.
For mechanical scales, in order to have a good reading make sure that the child is still or does not make any movements. Ensure that the dial is also not shifting or fluctuating. The measurer should stand in front of a mechanical scale at an eye level.
Read more: Tips on how to weigh infants aged 0-59 months: Part 2
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Bohol Province – Eating fruit has many health benefits. Fruit consumption as part of a healthy diet may reduce the risk of certain diseases. Fruits provide the nutrients needed to maintain your health. Fruits are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that support the body's healthy functioning.
Here are five surprising advantages of eating fruit at breakfast.
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San Francisco, Cebu – The National Nutrition Council Region VII orchestrated the first region-led training on Nutriskwela Community Radio Network Program (NCRNP) on 23-25 November 2022 at Santiago Bay Garden and Resort, San Francisco, Cebu.
Sixteen participants from the three community radio stations in the region namely Radyo Kaigsoonan, Radyo Kahimsug, and Radyo Kalampusan joined the three-day training with facilitators from the NNC 7 Secretariat and officers of the Media Information Network for Nutrition and Development 7 (MIND 7).
Read more: CV NCRNP personnel come together for 1st region-led training
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Bohol Province – Soursop is a fruit that goes by many names. Its scientific name is Annona muricata, but it also goes by guanabana, paw-paw, sirsak, and graviola. The Annonaceae family, usually referred to as the custard apple family, includes soursop. The huge, oval-shaped fruits are produced on trees. The whitish, fibrous flesh is encased in a green, spine-adorned exoskeleton. They can weigh up to 10 pounds and grow up to 8 inches long. The flavor of a soursop is best compared to a combination of mango and pineapple. Its health benefits include:
High in Vitamin C and antioxidant
Known to strengthen the immune system, these are abundant in soursop. Your immune system is strengthened by this vitamin, which enhances its capacity to fight against viruses. Additionally, it encourages the breakdown of free radicals, which can shield your skin and cells from oxidative harm from the environment. The recommended daily amount of vitamin C is 215% of what is found in one full soursop fruit. Numerous more antioxidants, including phytosterols, tannins, and flavonoids, can be found in soursop (both fruit and leaves).
Healthy digestion
