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08/04/2026

ANG PPAN KABACAN, mga kuwento ng tagumpay sa hamon ng malnutrisyon. Abangan ang mga kwentong magbibigay-inspirasyon sa ilalim ng PPAN!

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06/04/2026

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐛-𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞: 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐧, 𝐀𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐚𝐧!

Strengthening the Link Between Nutrition and Environmental Protection, with a focus on Climate Action

Every year, the Philippines celebrates Nutrition Month (NM) to promote greater awareness and collective action toward improving the nutritional status of Filipinos, mandated by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 491 of 1974 or the Nutrition Act of the Philippines. Since 2024, the NM campaign has been guided by the overarching theme, “Sa PPAN, Sama-Sama sa Nutrisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat,” with a selected sub-theme under this broader call to highlight the key pillars of the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN).

The NNC Technical Committee, consisting of various bureaus, offices, and organizations, has approved“𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻, 𝗔𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗮𝗻!" as this year’s sub-theme. This focus builds on PPAN 2023–2028 programs that promote sustainable and nutrition-sensitive food systems. It highlights the vital connection between nutrition and the environment, emphasizing that protection of natural resources is essential to ensuring sustainable food systems, food security, and good nutrition for present and future generations.

Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, largely driven by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and unsustainable land use. These changes alter the natural environment by increasing global temperatures, disrupting ecosystems, raising sea levels, and intensifying the frequency and severity of extreme weather events (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2021). Nutrition and climate change are closely interconnected. Climate change directly affects food systems by influencing agricultural productivity, fisheries, and food supply chains. Rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and typhoons can disrupt food production and reduce the availability of nutritious foods (Food and Agriculture Organization [FAO], 2015). In countries like the Philippines, where many communities rely heavily on agriculture and marine resources for their livelihoods and daily food consumption, these climate-related disruptions can significantly affect access to diverse and healthy diets.

When food production becomes unstable, communities may experience limited access to nutrient-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and fish. This situation can increase the risk of malnutrition, particularly among vulnerable populations including children, pregnant women, and low-income households (World Vision International, 2024). Climate change can also affect the nutritional quality of food by altering crop yields and nutrient composition, further challenging efforts to ensure adequate nutrition for all.

At the same time, food systems contribute to climate change. The way food is produced, processed, transported, and consumed generates a significant share of global greenhouse gas emissions. It is estimated that food systems account for approximately 30 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, underscoring the need to promote sustainable diets and environmentally responsible food production practices (UN-Nutrition, 2021). Unsustainable agricultural practices, excessive food waste, and high consumption of resource-intensive foods place pressure on land, water, and biodiversity, ultimately affecting the environment that supports food production.

Addressing these challenges requires a holistic approach that integrates nutrition goals with environmental sustainability. Transforming food systems to become more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive is essential in addressing malnutrition while also mitigating climate change (World Health Organization, 2023). Climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable fisheries, diversified crop production, and the promotion of locally produced and seasonal foods are key strategies that can help ensure stable food supply while protecting natural resources.

Scientific and development organizations also emphasize the importance of investing in climate-resilient and nutrient-dense crops that can adapt to changing environmental conditions while supporting healthy diets (FAO & International Atomic Energy Agency, 2024). These innovations, together with improved agricultural practices and responsible consumption patterns, can help strengthen food systems and promote better nutrition outcomes.

In the Philippines, the National Nutrition Council plays a crucial role in advancing policies and programs that promote proper nutrition across the life cycle. Through coordinated nutrition interventions and multi-sectoral collaboration, the Council supports initiatives that ensure access to safe, nutritious, and sustainable food while responding to emerging challenges such as climate change.

The theme “𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻, 𝗔𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗮𝗻!” serves as a call to action for government agencies, local government units, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities to work together in protecting both human health and the environment. Safeguarding forests, oceans, agricultural lands, and water resources helps secure our food sources and ensures that future generations will continue to have access to nutritious and sustainable diets.

As we celebrate Nutrition Month 2026, let us recognize that the health of people and the health of the planet are inseparable. By adopting sustainable food practices, reducing food waste, supporting local and climate-resilient food production, and strengthening nutrition programs, we can build resilient food systems and ensure better nutrition for all Filipinos—while caring for the environment that sustains us.





References:
[1] Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2015). Climate change, food security and nutrition. FAO.https://www.fao.org/3/i5188e/i5188e.pdf

[2] Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, & International Atomic Energy Agency. (2024). Enhancing agrifood systems through climate-resilient and nutrition-dense crops. https://www.fao.org/publications/card/en/c/cc3734en

[3] Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). (2021). Climate change 2021: The physical science basis. Contribution of Working Group I to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009157896

[4] UN-Nutrition. (2021). Positioning nutrition as integral to the climate change agenda. https://www.unnutrition.org/publications/positioning-nutrition-climate-change

[5] World Health Organization. (2023). Transforming food systems for healthy diets. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240076385

[6] World Vision International. (2024). Climate change is increasing hunger and malnutrition. https://www.worldvision.org/our-work/climate-change-hunger-malnutrition

30/03/2026

27/03/2026

𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐑𝐈-𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐒 ✅ 🥦 🍇 🥕

Hello mga Ka-Nutrisyon!

Our first topic to be featured for our NUTRI-FACTS is all about 𝗥𝗔 𝟭𝟭𝟭𝟰𝟴 (𝗞𝗮𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗴 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝘁) or also known as the 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘄.

This law firmly grounded in the principles of the Philippine Constitution and supported by existing national laws, development plans, and the country’s commitments to health and nutrition. These foundations ensure that the law is not implemented in isolation but rather aligned with broader goals in improving the well-being of mothers and children. First 1000 Days (F1KD) was included as one of the initiatives in the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN). By anchoring the law on these frameworks, the government strengthens its commitment to addressing malnutrition and promoting proper care during the most critical stages of life.

The implementation of RA 11148 is closely linked to the 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 (𝘌𝘊𝘊𝘋), as established under 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟬𝟰𝟭𝟬, or the Early Years Act. This means that the programs and services under RA 11148 are part of a larger, organized effort to support the growth and development of young children—from pregnancy up to early childhood—ensuring that they receive proper nutrition, healthcare, and early learning opportunities.

The ECCD system is designed to be 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 bringing together different sectors and stakeholders to work toward a common goal. This includes collaboration among national and local government agencies, private sectors, professional groups, academe, service providers, families, and communities. Through this coordinated approach, resources and expertise are shared, making programs more effective and responsive to the needs of mothers and children across the country.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀?

𝗜. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 – This stage is equivalent to 𝟮𝟳𝟬 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀. It is the period when the baby developing in the womb draws all his/her nutrients from the mother. Pregnant woman needs to receive adequate prenatal care, minimum of 8 pre-natal visits, 180 tablets of iron-folic acid supplementation, and balanced protein-energy dietary supplementation, especially those women from food insecure households.

𝗜𝗜. 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 (𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝟲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀) - This is equivalent to about 𝟭𝟴𝟬 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀. All infants in the first 6 months need to be exclusively breastfed for optimal development. Breast milk is the only superfood for babies. It provides the best nutrition an infant can get and serves as the first immunization against illness and disease.

𝗜𝗜𝗜. 𝗢𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 – This is equivalent to 𝟱𝟱𝟬 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀. During this stage, children need to receive age-appropriate complementary food in addition to breast milk to ensure healthy growth and brain development. Micronutrient supplementation is also given to children at this stage.

For more information on the 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 and why it matters, please follow our page.
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𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀:
https://nnc.gov.ph/phocadownloadpap/userupload/Ro1-webpub/DOH%20MC%202019-0027.pdf
https://www.congress.gov.ph/legisdocs/ra_17/RA11148.pdf
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27/03/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐆𝐈𝐑𝐋 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊!🎉👧 ♀️

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) stands in solidarity with all sectors in celebrating the 30th Girl Child Week with the theme “𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐊𝐨, 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐊𝐨: 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐤𝐚𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐨 𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐭𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐲𝐚” (𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔), reaffirming its commitment to the protection, empowerment, and holistic development of every Filipino girl.

Aligned with this year’s theme, the NNC emphasizes that the right to make informed, safe, and independent decisions begins with access to adequate nutrition, health services, and education. Proper nutrition is foundational in ensuring that girls grow into healthy, productive, and empowered women. However, challenges such as malnutrition, food insecurity, and limited access to nutrition services continue to affect many young girls, hindering their full development and potential.

Through sustained programs and partnerships, the NNC continues to advocate for nutrition-sensitive and gender-responsive interventions that prioritize the needs of girls—especially during critical stages such as adolescence. These include promoting balanced diets, supporting adolescent nutrition programs, and strengthening community-based initiatives that create enabling environments for informed decision-making.

Let us work together to protect, empower, and uplift every girl—because her body, her rights, and her future matter. 💜

22/03/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝘀𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆

Food sources and access shape how Filipinos eat, according to findings from the 2023 National Nutrition Survey conducted by the Department of Science and Technology’s Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI).

For the first time, the survey examined the country’s food environment, offering a clearer picture of how access, availability, and everyday choices influence what ends up on Filipino plates.

Read the full text in the comment section.

18/03/2026

Nutri-Ganap!

Sa pagpapatuloy na pag babahay-bahay ng mga BNS, bumisita ang team sa mga nakitang Moderate/Severe Acute Malnourished na mga bata.

Ang MAM/SAM ay isang matinding malnutrisyon na sobrang payat ng bata, mataas ang panganib sa sakit, maaaring may pamamaga sa katawan. Malalaman ito sa pamamagitan ng pagkuha ng timbang at sukat ng bata.
Binigyan naman agad sila ng food packs, vitamins at gamot.

Sa tulong at pakikiisa ng ating MNC Chair na si Mayor Evangeline P. Guzman, kasama sina NDDP Cyndi Grace Casicas, HRH Nurse Karen Codilla, MNAO Virginia Solomon, MNPC Maiden Agustin, at BNS Emily Agrave, at sa suporta ng Barangay Poblacion, naging maayos at matagumpay ang paghatid ng mga serbisyong pangnutrisyon.

(c)Phototaken at Poblacion, Kabacan)

09/03/2026

Nutri Ganap!

The monitoring of nutritionally-at-risk children aged 0–59 months is currently being conducted in different barangays of Kabacan to assess the nutritional status of children identified as undernourished and ensure that appropriate nutrition interventions and support are provided.

(c)Photo taken at Poblacion, saranay

05/03/2026

05/03/2026

Nutri-ganap!

Operation Timbang Plus (OPT Plus) is conducted at different barangays in Kabacan.
It is organized by the National Nutrition Council together with local government units and barangay health workers.

OPT plays a vital role in improving child nutrition in communities. By regularly monitoring children’s growth and providing early intervention, the program helps prevent malnutrition and promotes healthier futures for young children. With the cooperation of families, health workers, and local leaders, Operation Timbang Plus continues to support the goal of building a healthier and well-nourished generation. 🌱👶🥗

07/01/2026

KABAKEÑOS, OPERATION TIMBANG NA!

Sa pagsisimula ng taon, simulan na rin ang Operation Timbang+ sa 2026!
Magpatimbang, Magpasukat ang lahat ng mga batang edad 0-59 months old sa paglilibot ng ating mga BNS, BHW at iba pang healthcare workers o kaya'y dalhin sa pinakamalapit na barangay health stations. Magpatatak din ng Vit. A ang mga batang edad 6-59months old.

Ang Operation Timbang+ ay isinasagawa tuwing Enero hanggang Marso.
Makilahok na upang malaman ang sukat at timbang ng inyong mga anak.

15/07/2025

Sa July 17, 2025 sa saktong alas singko ng umaga (5:00am) may libreng Zumba Work Out sa Saranay Covered Court, Brgy. Poblacion, Kabacan, Cotabato na handog ng Lokal na pamahalaan ng Kabacan. Kalakip nito ang programang pang Kalusugan at Nutrisyon ng Rural Health Unit ng Kabacan.

Tara na't mag-Zumba nang libre! Sayaw, pawis, at saya — hatid para sa lahat! 💃🕺
Tawagin ang mga kabarangay, pamilya at kamag-anak!




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