Punjab Food Authority Gujranwala Conducted Nutrition Awareness Seminar on Healthy Eating and Balanced Diet during Ramadan at Science Vertix School

Punjab Food Authority Gujranwala Conducted Nutrition Awareness Seminar on Healthy Eating and Balanced Diet during Ramadan at Science Vertix School

 

Nutrition Section of Punjab Food Authority, Gujranwala conducted an awareness seminar at Science Vertix School, Satellite Town, Gujranwala under the directions of the Director General Punjab Food Authority and Additional Director Operations GRW Division and under the supervision of Deputy Director (Nutrition) on 05-03-2026. The session aimed to promote healthy eating habits and a balanced diet during the holy month of Ramadan. Around 50 students participated in the seminar where awareness was provided about the establishment and functions of Punjab Food Authority, food safety principles from Farm to Fork, major nutrition challenges and the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle.
During the session, students were guided on the importance of a balanced diet in Ramadan, how to prepare a healthy plate for Sehri and Iftar and maintaining proper hydration status during fasting.

Participants were also informed about the benefits of nutritious food and the Punjab Food Authority helpline number (1223) for public assistance. A brief nutrition assessment and interactive Q&A session was conducted at the end to evaluate students’ understanding and address their queries.