Punjab Food Authority Gujrat Conducted Awareness Seminars on Malnutrition, Stunting, Wasting and Balanced Diet at Allied School Makkhi Campus
Upon the directions of the Director General, Punjab Food Authority and Deputy Director Operations PFA Gujrat, Nutrition Section conducted two awareness seminars, separately for girls and boys, at Allied School Makkhi Campus, Gujrat, to promote awareness regarding nutrition, healthy dietary practices, food safety, and overall health and well-being on 01-10-2026. A total of 75 participants attended the seminars. Participants were sensitized about major dietary needs, common nutritional deficiencies, healthy eating habits, the establishment and functions of Punjab Food Authority, and key food safety practices from Farm to Fork. Awareness was also provided regarding food challenges, hunger and malnutrition, and food insecurity.
During the seminars, participants were educated about the consequences of overnutrition and undernutrition, particularly stunting and wasting, along with the importance of a healthy and balanced diet for disease prevention and better health among both adults and children. Practical guidance was provided to encourage healthy dietary choices and improved eating habits. An interactive Q&A session was conducted at the end of each seminar to address participants’ queries and reinforce key nutrition and food safety messages.
