Region VII

Details: Category: Region 7; Published: 06 September 2021

impact of diet and exercise

Barili, Cebu – These past few months, weight loss management has received a wide range of importance from all ages knowing that the pandemic can cause severe illnesses with the rise of new variants. Different ages seek to have better health through diet and exercise thus, we do weight loss management.

The essentials to maintain physical and mental health and well-being is through eating a healthy balanced diet; accompanied by regular exercise. Particularly, through physical activity, it can improve brain-related function and outcomes.

Details: Category: Region 7; Published: 03 September 2021

nutritiona nd breastfeeding

Dimiao, Bohol – During the last quarter of the year 2019, a disease caused by a certain species of coronavirus started to infect the people of Wuhan, China. It then quickly spread throughout the neighboring countries until eventually, it became a pandemic affecting everybody no matter what age, gender, or race a person belongs to. And it became a global problem that we continue to face even until the present.

Nutrition then plays a very important role especially with the current situation that we are facing right now. Nutrition helps in building up immunity of the body.

Details: Category: Region 7; Published: 02 September 2021

gna article

Cebu City – Stricter community quarantine protocols brought by the entry of COVID-19 delta variant may have hindered another year of face-to-face Grand Nutrition Awards, but that did not stop the Central Visayas Regional Nutrition Committee from recognizing local nutrition committee and local nutrition focal persons who have exemplary performance in 2019 and 2020.

The ease in travel protocols in the 2^nd Q of the year has enabled the Regional Nutrition Evaluation Team to push through with 2021 Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation (MELLPI) Pro visiting all four provinces, 16 cities and 15 municipalities and 68 barangays as well as a total of eight nominees for Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS), 3 nominees for Outstanding City/Municipal Nutrition Coordinators (C/MNPC) and one nominee for Outstanding Nutrition Action Officer (NAO).

Details: Category: Region 7; Published: 02 September 2021

nutrients during pregnancy

Balamban, Cebu – The human body constantly develops and changes throughout the human life cycle, and food provides the fuel for those changes. Yet, as we grow and change, so do our nutrient needs, and every stage of life brings unique challenges.

Nutrition before pregnancy is a great investment for a couple planning to have a baby. Investing in nutrition in this stage can save you from health and financial crisis.

Details: Category: Region 7; Published: 31 August 2021

benefits of apple

Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental – Through the years, apple has been used to symbolize health and wellness. Everyone heard of the phrase, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and for good reason. Not only is it a treat to eat, but it’s also loaded with nutrients and has been linked to multiple health benefits. In this article, we take a closer look at the seven incredible benefits of the apple.

Apples are nutritious

Not only is the apple such a sweet treat, but it’s also a powerhouse when it comes to nutrients. One medium apple (about 180 grams) has 25 g of carbs, 4 grams of fiber, Vitamin C (14% Recommended Dietary Intake (RDI)), Potassium (6% RDI), and Vitamin K (5% RDI). You get all of that for just 95 calories. Plus, for the same serving, apples also provide 2-4% of the RDI for manganese, copper, and vitamins A, E, B1, B2, and B6. Aren’t apples amazing?

Details: Category: Region 7; Published: 02 September 2021

article on breastmilk

Samboan, Cebu – Not all infants in the Philippines are exclusively breastfed during their first six months of life. Some are given formula milk alone, some are breast milk with water, and others are breastmilk and formula milk given alternately. During the first six months of an infant’s life, all the nutrients that the baby needs are found in the milk of the mother.

So, what is the reason why all mothers are not exclusively breastfeeding their infants? Breastfeeding has its own share of challenges. From breast engorgement, low milk supply, and sore nipples, to name a few, breastfeeding can be difficult for some first-time moms.