Punjab Food Authority Bahawalpur Conducted Awareness Seminar and Assessment Camp on Healthy Eating Habits for Kids
Upon the directions of the Director General, Punjab Food Authority, and Deputy Director Operations District Bahawalpur, Nutrition Section conducted an Awareness Seminar and Assessment Camp at The City School Jr., Bahawalpur, under the Healthy Kids Campaign on 24-09-2026. The activity aimed to build healthy eating habits among school children and encourage them to choose nutritious foods, stay active, and develop healthy lifestyle practices from an early age. A total of 50 participants attended the seminar, while 50 children received nutritional assessment services.
During the activity, participants were sensitized about the introduction and functions of Punjab Food Authority and its wings, the Eat Safe Kids Campaign, food safety, and food categorization under the Punjab Educational Institution Food Regulations. Awareness was also provided regarding the harmful effects of carbonated beverages, differences between butter and margarine, milk and tea whitener, and ice cream and frozen desserts. Children were guided on how to read and understand food labels, follow a sustainable healthy diet, maintain a balanced diet, and understand daily food servings through the food guide pyramid. Healthy eating habits and nutritious lunch-box ideas were also discussed. An interactive Q&A session was conducted at the end of the seminar to address participants’ queries and reinforce key nutrition and food safety messages.
