Rosales Nutrition Action Office

31/03/2026

𝐅𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞: 𝐀 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡
What to Eat, What to Limit, and Why It Matters
As we celebrate Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded that a healthy lifestyle can play an important role in the prevention of colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer affecting men and women worldwide. While certain risk factors, such as age, family history and genetics, can increase the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer, many cases are attributed to certain lifestyle choices, including diet and physical activity (American Cancer Society, 2024; World Health Organization, 2023)
Good nutrition has an impact on the digestion and on the general health of the body. A healthy diet helps to keep the colon healthy and also helps to ward off disease. Eating right can help to cut the risk of certain diseases, including colorectal cancer. Research suggests that healthy dietary patterns and regular physical activity may help reduce the risk of several types of cancer, including colorectal cancer (American Institute for Cancer Research, 2018; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2024).
𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒅𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑫𝒊𝒆𝒕
𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿-𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁 helps keep the digestive system healthy. Consuming plenty of fiber from whole grains, vegetables, fruits and legumes ensures smooth bowel movement and keeps the colon functioning correctly. The fiber speeds up the movement of waste material through the digestive tract, thus potentially cutting down our exposure to carcinogens (American Institute for Cancer Research, 2018).
Eating a 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 is also recommended. These foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help protect body cells from damage and contribute to overall health (World Health Organization, 2023).
Studies also suggest that 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗶𝘂𝗺-𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 may help protect the colon. Foods such as milk, yogurt, cheese, and certain leafy vegetables provide calcium that may support the health of the colon lining and help regulate normal cell function (National Cancer Institute, 2023).
In addition, choosing 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 such as fish, poultry, beans, and nuts is recommended. These foods provide important nutrients while helping reduce the intake of unhealthy fats commonly found in processed meats (American Cancer Society, 2024).
𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑳𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒕
Most foods do not have a direct relationship with colorectal cancer, but there are some dietary patterns that may have the potential to increase the risk if these foods are eaten frequently or in large quantities.
Regular consumption of 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘁, including hotdogs, bacon, sausages, and other cured meats, increases the risk of colorectal cancer. These foods are high in preservatives and chemicals that can affect colon tissues (World Health Organization, 2023; American Institute for Cancer Research, 2018).
𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘁 like beef, pork and lamb is also another thing to try and eat less of, especially if you are eating large portions.
Another important step in maintaining a healthy diet is reducing the intake of 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹, as these may contribute to poor health outcomes and increased disease risk (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2024). Following balanced dietary guidelines, such as those recommended for Filipinos, can help promote better health and disease prevention (Department of Health, 2020).
𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒚 𝑪𝒉𝒐𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓
A healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. In addition to a proper diet, other key recommendations include regular physical activity, a normal body weight and refraining from cigarette smoking (American Cancer Society, 2024)
Regular health screening and early detection is just as important. People with higher risk are especially advised to undergo early screening. Early detection gives more opportunity to manage the disease with effective treatment (National Cancer Institute, 2023).
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is an important time to remember to always spread the word about awareness, healthy eating and taking preventive measures to promote health. What can you do today to make a difference in your health tomorrow?
𝑇𝑜𝑔𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟, 𝑙𝑒𝑡 𝑢𝑠 𝑓𝑢𝑒𝑙 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑑𝑒𝑓𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑟 𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦 𝑙𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔.
//Glyziel Jane De Vera, PSU BSND Intern
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References
American Cancer Society. (2024). Diet and physical activity: What’s the cancer connection? https://www.cancer.org/.../diet-physical-activity.html
American Institute for Cancer Research. (2018). Diet, nutrition, physical activity and colorectal cancer. https://www.aicr.org/.../third-expert.../colorectal-cancer/
World Health Organization. (2023). Cancer prevention. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cancer
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). Colorectal cancer prevention and control. https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/prevention
National Cancer Institute. (2023). Colorectal cancer prevention (PDQ®)–Patient version. https://www.cancer.gov/.../patient/colorectal-prevention-pdq
Department of Health. (2020). Philippine dietary guidelines for Filipinos. https://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph

𝐅𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞: 𝐀 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡
What to Eat, What to Limit, and Why It Matters

As we celebrate Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded that a healthy lifestyle can play an important role in the prevention of colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer affecting men and women worldwide. While certain risk factors, such as age, family history and genetics, can increase the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer, many cases are attributed to certain lifestyle choices, including diet and physical activity (American Cancer Society, 2024; World Health Organization, 2023)

Good nutrition has an impact on the digestion and on the general health of the body. A healthy diet helps to keep the colon healthy and also helps to ward off disease. Eating right can help to cut the risk of certain diseases, including colorectal cancer. Research suggests that healthy dietary patterns and regular physical activity may help reduce the risk of several types of cancer, including colorectal cancer (American Institute for Cancer Research, 2018; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2024).

𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒅𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑫𝒊𝒆𝒕

𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿-𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁 helps keep the digestive system healthy. Consuming plenty of fiber from whole grains, vegetables, fruits and legumes ensures smooth bowel movement and keeps the colon functioning correctly. The fiber speeds up the movement of waste material through the digestive tract, thus potentially cutting down our exposure to carcinogens (American Institute for Cancer Research, 2018).

Eating a 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 is also recommended. These foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help protect body cells from damage and contribute to overall health (World Health Organization, 2023).

Studies also suggest that 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗶𝘂𝗺-𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 may help protect the colon. Foods such as milk, yogurt, cheese, and certain leafy vegetables provide calcium that may support the health of the colon lining and help regulate normal cell function (National Cancer Institute, 2023).

In addition, choosing 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 such as fish, poultry, beans, and nuts is recommended. These foods provide important nutrients while helping reduce the intake of unhealthy fats commonly found in processed meats (American Cancer Society, 2024).

𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑳𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒕

Most foods do not have a direct relationship with colorectal cancer, but there are some dietary patterns that may have the potential to increase the risk if these foods are eaten frequently or in large quantities.

Regular consumption of 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘁, including hotdogs, bacon, sausages, and other cured meats, increases the risk of colorectal cancer. These foods are high in preservatives and chemicals that can affect colon tissues (World Health Organization, 2023; American Institute for Cancer Research, 2018).

𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘁 like beef, pork and lamb is also another thing to try and eat less of, especially if you are eating large portions.

Another important step in maintaining a healthy diet is reducing the intake of 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹, as these may contribute to poor health outcomes and increased disease risk (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2024). Following balanced dietary guidelines, such as those recommended for Filipinos, can help promote better health and disease prevention (Department of Health, 2020).

𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒚 𝑪𝒉𝒐𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓

A healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. In addition to a proper diet, other key recommendations include regular physical activity, a normal body weight and refraining from cigarette smoking (American Cancer Society, 2024)

Regular health screening and early detection is just as important. People with higher risk are especially advised to undergo early screening. Early detection gives more opportunity to manage the disease with effective treatment (National Cancer Institute, 2023).

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is an important time to remember to always spread the word about awareness, healthy eating and taking preventive measures to promote health. What can you do today to make a difference in your health tomorrow?

𝑇𝑜𝑔𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟, 𝑙𝑒𝑡 𝑢𝑠 𝑓𝑢𝑒𝑙 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑑𝑒𝑓𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑟 𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦 𝑙𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔.

//Glyziel Jane De Vera, PSU BSND Intern

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References
American Cancer Society. (2024). Diet and physical activity: What’s the cancer connection? https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/diet-physical-activity.html
American Institute for Cancer Research. (2018). Diet, nutrition, physical activity and colorectal cancer. https://www.aicr.org/research/third-expert-report/colorectal-cancer/
World Health Organization. (2023). Cancer prevention. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cancer
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). Colorectal cancer prevention and control. https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/prevention
National Cancer Institute. (2023). Colorectal cancer prevention (PDQ®)–Patient version. https://www.cancer.gov/types/colorectal/patient/colorectal-prevention-pdq
Department of Health. (2020). Philippine dietary guidelines for Filipinos. https://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph

12/02/2026

"Sana ang pag-ibig natin ay parang Pinggang Pinoy: Balanse at Sapat para sa malusog at masigla nating bukas."

FEB-ibig Month na naman mga ka-nutrisyon! 🥰😍 Ikaw, anong nutri-hugot mo? Ilagay mo na yan sa comment section!

27/01/2026

Alam mo ba na ang unang oras pagkatapos ng panganganak ay isa sa importanteng panahon para kay mommy at baby?

Swipe na para malaman ang steps na makakatulong sa journey niyo ni baby simula Unang Yakap. 💕

Photo credit (cover): Kalusugan ng Mag-Ina, Inc.

27/01/2026

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) joins the nation in observing Goiter Awareness Week 2026, an annual campaign aimed at increasing public awareness on Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) and promoting proper nutrition for optimal thyroid health.
Goiter is a preventable condition, primarily caused by inadequate iodine intake, yet it remains a public health concern affecting individuals across all ages. Left unaddressed, iodine deficiency can impair growth, development, and overall well-being.

This year, the NNC calls on individuals, families, communities, and local government units to take proactive action by ensuring adequate iodine intake through the use of iodized salt, consumption of a balanced diet, and regular health check-ups. Strengthening nutrition education and awareness is key to preventing goiter and other iodine deficiency–related disorders.

Together, let us work towards empowering every Filipino to protect their thyroid health and achieve overall wellness, as we support the shared vision of a healthier nation free from preventable nutrition-related conditions

25/01/2026

Day 61

Busog, healthy at masaya! 😃💙

Narito ang update sa 120 days na feeding program ng SUN-R1 in Motion.

Ito ang SUN-R1 in Motion: Integrated Nutrition Project Season 2 sa bayan Rosales.

SUN-R1 o Scaling Up Nutrition Region 1 ay binubuo ng iba't ibang ahensya mula sa gobyerno (NNC R1), business sector( Nutridense), academe( PSU Lingayen) at non-government organizations ( World Vision) upang isulong ang tamang nutrisyon at First 100 days. Isa dito ang pagbibigay ng dietary supplemental program ( DSP) pagbibigay ng tulong sa mga napiling benepisaryo ng programa ito.

May napiling 30 kabataan (6-23 mos) at 30 na mga buntis na siyang imomonitor sa loob ng 120 araw upang imonitor ang kalusugan at nutrisyon ng mga ito.

Sa pangunguna ng ating Municipal Mayor Hon. William S. Cezar at ng ating Municipal Health Officer Dr. Elizabeth S. Alimorong, kasama ang ating MNAO Designate na si Ma’am Nice Galamgam at ng ating masisipag na BNS ng mga barangay tuloy-tuloy ang implementasyon ng programang ito sa ating bayan.

Salamat sa mga tumulong, tumutulong at tutulong pa para sa pagpapatuloy ng mas malusog na Rosales.

21/01/2026

𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗺 𝗺𝗼 𝗯𝗮? 🔍

Ayon sa mga pag-aaral, maraming autistic children ang nakararanas ng 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙮 dahil sa sensory sensitivities (Sharp et al., 2013). Dahil dito, maaaring maapektuhan ang mahahalagang nutrients tulad ng 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻, na mahalaga para sa bone health at paglaki ng bata.

Ngayong 𝘼𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙢 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙘𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙠 💙, binibigyang-diin ng NFP ang kahalagahan ng inclusive na suporta lalo na sa pagpili ng masustansiyang pagkain na akma sa pangangailangan at preferences ng bawat bata.

Ikaw, anong tip o karanasan ang maibabahagi mo para masuportahan ang picky eaters sa masustansiyang paraan? 💬

14/01/2026

In some rural areas, root crops are seen as a cheaper alternative to rice when rice prices are up. For urbanites, root crops are considered as a healthier alternative to rice. The second point is true, root crops have nutritional benefits to help maintain good health and prevent diseases. Consider incorporating more root crops in your diet.

14/01/2026

Bago pa man siya ipinanganak, nagsisimula na ang proteksyon ni baby.

Sa bawat bakuna ni Mommy, sa bawat checkup, at sa bawat payo mula sa doktor o midwife, unti-unting nabubuo ang depensa laban sa sakit.

Ang mga bakuna tulad ng Tetanus Toxoid (TT), Tetanus-Diptheria-Pertussis (Tdap), at Flu (Influenza) vaccine ay nagbibigay ng proteksyon hindi lang kay Mommy, kundi pati kay Baby sa sinapupunan.

Kapag kumpleto ang alaga at proteksyon sa unang 1,000 araw, mas malaki ang tsansa ng mas malusog, mas ligtas, at mas masiglang paglaki ni baby.

Naniniwala rin ba kayo na pag protektado si Mommy, protektado na rin si Baby? 💕

14/01/2026

The United States Department of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, has released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025–2030. These guidelines emphasize the consumption of nutrient-dense foods while limiting highly processed foods. The recommendations are summarized through an inverted food pyramid that highlights the intake of protein, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and whole grains.

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) acknowledges the release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans and reminds the public, particularly public health and nutrition practitioners, that the country will continue to follow its own Daily Nutritional Guide Pyramid developed by the Department of Science and Technology–Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI). Both tools underscore the importance of a healthy diet, increased physical activity, and limiting the consumption of refined sugars, fatty and salty foods, and alcoholic beverages. The U.S. Dietary Guidelines 2025–2030 place greater emphasis on specific food groups such as protein and dairy, while the Philippine Daily Nutritional Guide Pyramid focuses on the consumption of whole and fresh foods, anchored on the core principles of a healthy diet: balance, variety, and moderation.

The NNC reaffirms its commitment to promoting nutrition policies and programs that are evidence-based, culturally relevant, and responsive to the needs of Filipinos. While global guidelines such as those released by the United States provide valuable insights, the NNC emphasizes that local dietary tools—grounded in Philippine data and traditions—remain the most appropriate foundation for guiding healthy eating practices of Filipinos. By continuing to champion the Daily Nutritional Guide Pyramid, Pinggang Pinoy, and the 10 Kumainments, the NNC underscores its dedication to fostering balance, variety, and moderation in the Filipino diet, ensuring that nutrition remains a cornerstone of public health and national development.

11/12/2025

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