Punjab Food Authority Gujranwala Conducts Awareness Session on Promoting Adolescent Girls’ Nutrition and Well-being at National Science College
Upon the directions of the Director General, Punjab Food Authority, and Additional Director Operations GRW Division, Nutrition Section conducted an Awareness Seminar at National Science College, Satellite Town, Gujranwala, under the theme “Adolescent Girls’ Nutrition and Well-being on 05-10-2026. The activity aimed to promote awareness regarding nutrition, healthy dietary practices, and overall health and well-being among adolescent girls. A total of 50 participants attended the seminar, which focused on highlighting the importance of a healthy and balanced diet during adolescence and encouraging informed dietary choices for healthy growth and development.
During the seminar, participants were sensitized about the role of Punjab Food Authority in nutrition awareness, the importance of nutrition during adolescence, macro and micronutrients, Iron-Deficiency Anemia and its prevention, and the importance of folate, calcium, and Vitamin D. Awareness was also provided regarding the importance of breakfast and regular healthy meals, the harmful effects of junk food, adequate hydration, and the prevention of overweight and obesity through healthy lifestyle choices. Practical guidance was shared on affordable and nutritious food choices, along with the role of adolescent girls in promoting healthy nutrition practices within their families and communities. An interactive Q&A session was conducted at the end of the seminar to address participants’ queries and reinforce key nutrition messages.
