Punjab Food Authority Sahiwal Conducted Nutrition Awareness Seminar on Malnutrition, Stunting, Wasting and Balanced Diet at JS School
Upon the directions of the Director General, Punjab Food Authority, Additional Director Operations, and Deputy Director Operations PFA Sahiwal, Nutrition Section conducted a Nutrition Awareness Seminar at JS School, Sahiwal, to promote awareness regarding malnutrition, stunting, wasting, balanced diet, and the adoption of healthy lifestyle practices on 05-10-2026. A total of 45 participants attended the seminar. The activity aimed to improve understanding of nutritional needs, encourage healthy eating habits, and highlight the importance of proper nutrition in supporting growth, development, and overall health.
During the seminar, participants were sensitized about major dietary needs, common nutritional deficiencies, 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, malnutrition, food insecurity, and the consequences of overnutrition and undernutrition, including stunting and wasting. Participants were guided on the importance of a balanced and healthy diet in disease prevention and control among both adults and children. An interactive Q&A session was conducted at the end of the seminar to address participants’ queries and reinforce key messages regarding nutrition, food safety, and healthy lifestyle practices.
