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The study of various nutrients, their functions, food sources and their effects in human well being is called NUTRITION.
Nutrition science is the area of
knowledge regarding the role of food in maintenance of health.
Is the key….……Healthy Body and Mind.
Nutrition Education is a systematically planned set of activities.
Nutrition Education is an essential component to improve the nutritional status of a population and is crucial for the well being of people in general.
Nutrition Education, Based on different views:
One View: Information dissemination approach Second View:
Facilitating behaviours conducive to health
Third View: Focus on environmental change
Influence public policies and promote access to a variety of nutritious food.
To develop personal skills and motivation to adopt healthy eating practices.
To develop nutrition advisory services and nutrition education of the public.
To participate in coordinated community nutrition programme.
To improve nutritional status/ level in the community.
Major functions of nutrition education activities
Increase awareness
Enhancing peoples motivation
Facilitating the ability to take action
Improving environmental supports
Nutrition Educators can also use a growth centered educational approach.
Nutrition educators can also work in coalitions with
Other professionals Organizational and Governmental Agencies
Major Operational Sectors………
All the Basic Foods in abundance • Fast Food high in fat sugar and salt• Sweetened Beverages• Large Portions
• Familiar • Easy (To buy, prepare and eat)• Tasty Food• Good value for Money (Cheap)• Healthy
• More fruits and Vegetables• More whole and less processed grains• Variety• Less Fat, Sugar and Sodium• Balanced food and Physical activity
EDUCATIONNutritional Health Concern
Public Health Nutrition
Nutrition Education
Health Promotion
Advantages
Limitations
Nutrition education can help people understand that diet is related to their health and can provide information on what food to eat for health.
Increase awareness
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