Punjab Food Authority Gujranwala Conducted Nutrition Awareness Seminar on Adolescent Girls’ Nutrition and Well-being
Upon the directions of the Director General, Punjab Food Authority and Addl. Director Operations GRW Division, Nutrition Section of Punjab Food Authority Gujranwala conducted a Nutrition Awareness Seminar at College of Nursing, Gujranwala Teaching Hospital (DHQ), as part of Adolescent Girls Awareness Month on 19-08-2026. The seminar aimed to promote awareness regarding nutrition, healthy dietary practices, and overall health and well-being among adolescent girls. A total of 100 participants attended the session. Participants were introduced to the Punjab Food Authority and its role in nutrition awareness and were educated about the importance of nutrition during adolescence, macro- and micronutrients, and the prevention of iron-deficiency anemia.
The session further highlighted the importance of folate, calcium, and vitamin D, along with the importance of breakfast, regular healthy meals, adequate hydration, and healthy dietary choices. Participants were educated about the harmful effects of junk food and the prevention of overweight and obesity through healthy lifestyle practices. Practical guidance was also provided on affordable and nutritious food choices and the role of adolescent girls in promoting healthy nutrition practices within their families and communities. An interactive question-and-answer session was conducted at the end of the seminar to reinforce key messages and encourage healthier dietary and lifestyle practices.
