What is Nutrition Month Te Cha 2

7/31/2019 What is Nutrition Month Te Cha 2

1/4

What is Nutrition Month (NM)?

The NM celebration is celebrated every July (Section 7 of the Presidential Decree No. 491 or

the Nutrition Act of the Philippines, 25 June 1974) to build awareness on nutrition along a

chosen theme. The National Nutrition Council together with local government units are

mandated to coordinate its celebration nationwide. The celebration of NM is now on its 33rd

year.

NAME POSITION

Dr. ENRIQUE T. ONA Secretary of Health

Atty. ALEXANDER A. PADILLA Undersecretary of HeathPolicy and Standards Development for HealthRegulation

Dr. MARIO C. VILLAVERDE Undersecretary of HealthSectoral Management and Coordinating OfficePolicy and Standards Development for ServiceDelivery

Dr. DAVID J. LOZADA, Jr. Undersecretary of HealthField Implementation and Management Office

TEODORO HERBOSA Undersecretary

Dr. NEMESIO T. GAKO Assistant Secretary of HealthSectoral Management Coordination Office

Dr. ELMER G. PUNZALAN Assistant Secretary of HealthOffice for Special Concerns and Projects

Dr. GERARDO BAYUGO Assistant Secretary of HealthInternal Management Support Team

Dr. PAULYN JEAN R. UBIAL Assistant Secretary of HealthField Implementation and Management Office

National Nutrition Council

Established: June 24, 1974

Executive

Director:

Assistant Secretary Maria-

Bernardita T. Flores, CESO II

History

The creation of the Philippine Institute of Nutrition (PIN) as a first attempt to institutionalize a national

nutrition program.

In 1958, PIN was reorganized into the Food and Nutrition Research Center (FNRC) under the Science

and Development Board.


2/4

In 1960, the National Coordinating Council on Food and Nutrition (NCCFN), a loose organization of

government and nongovernment agencies and organizations involved in nutrition and related projects,

was organized.

In 1971, Executive Order No. 285 was promulgated, mandating the National Food and Agriculture Council

(NFAC) to coordinate nutrition programs in addition to coordinating national food programs, thus,superseding the NCCFN.

In 1974, Presidential Decree No. 491 (Nutrition Act of the Philippines, June 24, 1974), which created the

National Nutrition Council (NNC) as the highest policy-making and coordinating body on nutrition, was

promulgated.

In 1987, Executive Order No. 234 (Reorganization Act of NNC, July 22, 1987) was promulgated,

reaffirming the need for an intersectoral national policy-making and coordinating body on nutrition. It

expanded the membership of the NNC to include the Departments ofDepartment of Budget and

Management(DBM),Labor and Employment(DOLE),Trade and Industry(DTI), andNational Economic

and Development Authority(NEDA). TheDepartment of Social Welfare and Developmentwas named

chair of the NNC Governing Board.

CARABAO= CARABEEF SHEEP= lamb or mutton GOAT=

BREASTMILK= contains :Proteins, Fats, Vitamins= Fat-soluble vitamins,

including vitamins A, D, E, and K, itamin C, riboflavin, niacin, and panthothenic acid,

and Carbohydrates

MalunggayNutrients and minerals:

Vitamin A

Vitamin B1

Vitamin B2

Vitamin B3

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Calcium

Copper

carbohydrates

Iron

Magnesium

Phosphorus

Potassium

Protein

Fat, zinc
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Budget_and_Managementhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Budget_and_Managementhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Budget_and_Managementhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Budget_and_Managementhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Labor_and_Employment_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Labor_and_Employment_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Labor_and_Employment_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Trade_and_Industry_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Trade_and_Industry_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Trade_and_Industry_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Economic_and_Development_Authorityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Economic_and_Development_Authorityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Economic_and_Development_Authorityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Economic_and_Development_Authorityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Social_Welfare_and_Development_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Social_Welfare_and_Development_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Social_Welfare_and_Development_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Social_Welfare_and_Development_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Economic_and_Development_Authorityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Economic_and_Development_Authorityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Trade_and_Industry_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Labor_and_Employment_(Philippines)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Budget_and_Managementhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Budget_and_Management


3/4

Importance Of Breast Milk

Breast milk is the first nutrient to an infant. It is the newborn's privilege and the mother's pleasure tobreast feed her baby. Termed as lactation, the secretion of milk from breasts is beneficial for both the

mother and the child in a number of ways. Breastfeeding is prerequisite for the growth of the newborn. It

should never be avoided, because it is considered the most divine way to show love to a newborn.

Ayurvedic scholars have praised the importance of breast milk, due to the myriad health benefits

associated with it. In Ayurveda, breast milk is termed as nectar, through which the infant recognizes

his/her mother. Moreover, nursing helps create a strong emotional bond between a mother and her

newborn. Read on to know the importance of breast milk in Ayurveda.

Significance Of Breast Milk

According to Ayurveda, breastfeeding is the easiest and the healthiest way to feed a newborn, asthe milk is rich in nutrients.

Breast feeding reduces the chances of infection and increases the immunity of the baby

Breast milk contains vitamins, minerals and enzymes, which aid the baby's digestion.

The amino acids - the building blocks of proteins - present in breast milk are well balanced for the

baby. These proteins aid the proper functioning of the baby's intestinal tract.

Breast milk is rich in lymphocytes and macrophages, which protect the newborn against intestinal

inflammation.

Breast milk is a rich source of iron, which can be easily absorbed by the infant better than any

other source of the mineral.

Breast milk promotes the overall health of the baby, which is one of the motives of Ayurveda.

Since mother's milk is available at the optimum temperature that is most suitable for the infant, it

is free from all possible sources of contamination.

The immunoglobulins (antibodies) present in the breast milk protect the baby from upper

respiratory infections and gastro intestinal infections. This is the reason why breast fed babies

stay healthier than their formula fed counterparts.

Studies suggest that the amino acid trptophan present in breast milk helps the baby to acquire

sound sleep during the night time.

The hormone prolactin, responsible for the production of breast milk, functions as a natural

tranquilizer for the mother and baby alike.

Formula-fed children are likely to become obese, when they reach the stage of adolescence. On

the other hand, those fed with breast milk are less likely to be obese at their teenage.

Breast feeding plays a pivotal role in preventing various kinds of digestive diseases in the infant,

such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Childhood cancers are also prevented by breast

feeding.


4/4

Documents

What is Nutrition Month Te Cha 2