KVK, SANGRUR CELEBRATES NATIONAL NUTRITION WEEK FROM SEPTEMBER 1-7

Ludhiana, September 7, 2016: The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur celebrated National Nutrition Week from 1-7th September with the theme - Life Cycle Approach for Better Nutrition. During this week, KVK performed various activities like poster making, slogan writing, healthy recipes and quiz competition in the schools of adopted villages. Farm women goshties were also organised in the adopted villages.

During various programmes conducted during National Nutrition Week, Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Trg.) shared his views on balanced diet and its importance for a healthy and productive life. He advised the students and villagers to have their diet properly so as to keep them healthy. He further added that healthy youth can contribute to build up a healthy nation.

Dr. Monika Choudhary, Assistant Professor (Home Science) deliberated to make people aware about important tips to maintain a good health. She guided the masses about different food groups and balanced diet. Dietary guidelines regarding various deficiency and non-communicable diseases were also given. Further, she stressed upon personal as well as food hygiene and sanitation to prevent various contagious and food borne diseases.

Dr. Ravinder Kaur, Assistant Professor (Horticulture) motivated the students and farm women to adopt kitchen gardening so as to fulfil their dietary requirements of vitamins and minerals. She also told them the importance of fruits and vegetables in the daily diet.

The winners of various competitions were awarded with prizes. Besides, an informative literature on balanced diet and personal hygiene & sanitation was distributed.

The principal and staff members of all the schools appreciated the whole hearted imitative of KVK for celebrating the National Nutrition Week in their schools.