Punjab Food Authority Gujrat Conducted Nutrition Awareness Seminar on Adolescent Girls’ Nutrition, Healthy Diet, and Overall Well-being
Upon the directions of the Director General, Punjab Food Authority and Deputy Director Operations, Nutrition Section conducted a Nutrition Awareness Seminar at ILM College, Gujrat, as part of Adolescent Girls Awareness Month on 27-08-2026. The seminar aimed to promote awareness regarding nutrition, healthy dietary practices, and overall health and well-being among adolescent girls. Approximately 65 participants attended the session. The session was delivered by Maryam Abbas, NTO Gujrat. 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 components of a balanced and healthy diet.
The seminar further highlighted iron-deficiency anemia and its prevention, the importance of folate, calcium, and vitamin D, and the role of proper nutrition in healthy growth and development during adolescence. Participants were encouraged to consume breakfast and regular healthy meals and to adopt healthy eating habits and informed dietary choices for improved health and well-being.
