Punjab Food Authority Pakpattan Conducted Nutrition Awareness Seminar on Food Safety and Nutrition Awareness Seminar at Zoha College, Toba Tek Singh
Upon the directions of the Director General Punjab Food Authority, the Punjab Food Authority Training School in collaboration with the Nutrition Section, Toba Tek Singh, successfully conducted an Awareness Seminar and Counseling Desk at Zoha College for Health Sciences, Toba Tek Singh on 23-01-2025. The session focused on ELMS, food safety, food safety hazards, and the importance of building mind resilience, energizing winter and adopting a healthy lifestyle through effective nutrition management. A total of 30 participants attended the seminar, and 30 clients were facilitated through counseling and guidance.
The seminar covered key topics including an introduction to Punjab Food Authority, food safety and hygiene practices, personal hygiene and handwashing, cross-contamination, food hazards, safe temperature zones, proper food handling and storage, defrosting methods, banned packaging materials, foodborne illnesses, and integrated pest management. Participants were also educated on winter-specific nutritional requirements, immunity boosting, mind resilience, and the role of a balanced diet in maintaining health. Queries of participants were addressed, brochures were distributed and overall feedback reflected strong appreciation for the efforts of Punjab Food Authority in promoting food safety and public health awareness.
