NUTRITION EDUCATION

The study of various nutrients, their functions, food sources and their effects in human well being is called NUTRITION.

Nutrition science is the area of

knowledge regarding the role of food in maintenance of health.

Is the key….……Healthy Body and Mind.

Nutrition Education is a systematically planned set of activities.

Nutrition Education is an essential component to improve the nutritional status of a population and is crucial for the well being of people in general.

Nutrition Education, Based on different views:

One View: Information dissemination approach Second View:

Facilitating behaviours conducive to health

Third View: Focus on environmental change

Influence public policies and promote access to a variety of nutritious food.

To develop personal skills and motivation to adopt healthy eating practices.

To develop nutrition advisory services and nutrition education of the public.

To participate in coordinated community nutrition programme.

To improve nutritional status/ level in the community.

Major functions of nutrition education activities

Increase awareness

Enhancing peoples motivation

Facilitating the ability to take action

Improving environmental supports

Nutrition Educators can also use a growth centered educational approach.

Nutrition educators can also work in coalitions with

Other professionals Organizational and Governmental Agencies

Major Operational Sectors………

All the Basic Foods in abundance • Fast Food high in fat sugar and salt• Sweetened Beverages• Large Portions

• Familiar • Easy (To buy, prepare and eat)• Tasty Food• Good value for Money (Cheap)• Healthy

• More fruits and Vegetables• More whole and less processed grains• Variety• Less Fat, Sugar and Sodium• Balanced food and Physical activity

EDUCATIONNutritional Health Concern

Public Health Nutrition

Nutrition Education

Health Promotion

Advantages

Limitations

Nutrition education can help people understand that diet is related to their health and can provide information on what food to eat for health.

Increase awareness

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