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REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMME FOR JUNE 2016

(North Goa)

1. DATE: 01st June 2016

PLACE: Immunization Day, Nanoda (Bicholim PHC)

CONDUCTED BY: MS GANDHALI UMARYE (ASST. NUTRITION OFFICER)

A nutrition education programme was conducted at Nanoda sub centre, on Immunization day, for the

lactating, pregnant mothers and mothers of preschool children. The Assistant nutrition officer delivered a talk

on importance of breastfeeding and initialization of same soon after birth of the child, its benefits for

lactating mother as well as for the baby. Topics highlighted were Techniques and positions of breastfeeding,

Expression of breast milk, hygiene during breastfeeding, Balanced diet, Iron and calcium rich foods and

importance of water, lactogenic foods which help to increase the supply of breast milk and complementary

foods for infants were also discussed. Total 41 mothers were present. Individual diet counseling was also

done The ANM from Kharpal sub centre, MPHW (M) from Sal and Nanoda sub centre staff were also

present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries

were answered.

2. DATE: 02nd

June 2016

PLACE: Immunization Day, Bordem (Bicholim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Bordem sub centre, on Immunization day, for the







done The LHV from PHC and Bordem sub centre staff were also present. It was an interactive session where

the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

3. DATE: 03

rd June 2016

PLACE: Immunization Day, Mangado (Corlim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Mangado sub centre, on Immunization day, for the







done The Mangado sub centre staff were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also

asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

4. DATE: 06th

June 2016

PLACE: Antenatal Ward, Mapusa District Hospital


A Nutrition education programme was conducted at Mapusa District Hospital for the pregnant women. The

Assistant nutrition officer delivered lecture on importance of nutrition during pregnancy. Topics highlighted

were balanced diet, importance of breakfast, water, postnatal care, eating pattern and the micronutrients

important for pregnant mothers (iron, calcium, and iodine) deficiencies and food sources. Importance of

breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions of breastfeeding, Initiation of

breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, Expression of breast milk, hygiene during breastfeeding were

discussed. Preparation of home made complimentary foods for infants and lactogenic foods which help to

increase the supply of breast milk were discussed. Homemade cerelac recipe was explained to the

beneficiaries. The session was attended by 11 antenatals.

5. DATE: 07th

June 2016

PLACE: Balaji Temple Anganwadi, Velinga (Madkai PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Balaji Temple Anganwadi, Velinga, for the mothers of

preschool children. The assistant nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance

diet for children, Pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were importance of water,

breakfast and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron and calcium, ill effects of junk

food and lifestyle diseases were discussed. Importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and

mother, techniques and positions of breastfeeding, Initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding,

Expression of breast milk, hygiene during breastfeeding were discussed. Preparation of home made

complimentary foods for infants and lactogenic foods which help to increase the supply of breast milk, hand

washing techniques were discussed. Preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP

provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed. The session was attended by 16 mothers. ANM from

Velinga sub centre spoke on NVBDCP Awareness, family planning and monkey fever. It was an interactive

session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

6. DATE: 08th

June 2016

PLACE: Gauthan Anganwadi, Velinga (Madkai PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Gauthan Anganwadi, Velinga, for the mothers of

preschool children. The assistant nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance

diet for children, Pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were importance of water,

breakfast and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron and calcium, ill effects of junk

food and lifestyle diseases were discussed. Preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and

SNP provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed. Diarrhoea and its control measures and ORS

preparation. ANM from Velinga sub centre spoke on NVBDCP Awareness and Hand washing techniques.

The session was attended by 14 mothers. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many

questions to which their queries were answered.

7. DATE: 09th

June 2016

PLACE: Marvel Anganwadi, Donapaula (Panjim UHC)

CONDUCTED BY: MRS ZHENYA D’LIMA LOBO (NUTRITION OFFICER)

MS GANDHALI UMARYE (ASST. NUTRITION OFFICER)

A nutrition education programme was conducted at Marvel Anganwadi, Donapaula, for the mothers of

preschool children. The nutrition officers delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance diet for

children, Pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and

the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and

lifestyle diseases were discussed. Preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP

provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed. The school health MO from Panjim UHC spoke on

NVBDCP Awareness. The school health counselor was also present. The session was attended by 11

mothers. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries

were answered.

8. DATE: 10th

June 2016

PLACE: Bhatan Anganwadi, Caranzalem (Panjim UHC)



A nutrition education programme was conducted at Bhatan Anganwadi, Caranzalem, for the mothers of





provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed. The school health MO from Panjim UHCs and the school

health counselor were also present. The session was attended by 9 mothers. It was an interactive session

where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

9. DATE: 13th

June 2016

PLACE: Mardol Anganwadi, Velinga (Madkai PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Mardol Anganwadi, for mothers of children. The

nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance diet for children, and mothers. Other

topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and sources of important

nutrients like Iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases were discussed. Preparation of

recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed.

Also spoke on NVBDCP Awareness and safe drinking water. The ANM and MPHW (M) from Velinga Sub

centre were also present. The session was attended by 12 mothers. It was an interactive session where the

audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

10. DATE: 14th

June 2016

PLACE: Khajan Anganwadi, Velinga (Madkai PHC)



A nutrition education programme was conducted at Khajan Anganwadi, Velinga, for the mothers of




lifestyle diseases were discussed. Importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother,

techniques and positions of breastfeeding, Initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding,

Expression of breast milk, hygiene during breastfeeding were discussed. Preparation of home made

complimentary foods for infants and lactogenic foods which help to increase the supply of breast milk, hand

washing techniques were discussed. Preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP

provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed. The session was attended by 26 mothers. The MPHW (M)

from Velinga sub centre was present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many

questions to which their queries were answered.

11. DATE: 15th

June 2016

PLACE: Calangute sub centre, Calangute (Candolim PHC)



A nutrition programme was organized for the anganwadi workers during the monthly sector meeting. The

extension educator spoke on PCPNDT, NVBDCP, family planning methods, immunization and hand

washing. Nutrition officers spoke on importance of nutrition for children, adolescents, pregnant and

lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were water, breakfast, iron and calcium deficiency and food

sources, lactogenic foods, complimentary foods, homemade cerelac recipe, care during pregnancy and

lactation and menstrual hygiene for adolescents. Total 28 anganwadi workers, 8 ANMS, EE, LHV PHN and

Calangute sub centre staff were present for the meeting.

12. DATE: 16th

June 2016

PLACE: Mangeshi Anganwadi, Velinga (Madkai PHC)



The village Health and Sanitation Meet was held at Mangeshi anganwadi.The Health officer from Madkai

PHC spoke on Domestic waste disposal (Dry /Wet) and Disinfection of wells. The nutrition officers spoke

on NVBDCP Awareness, Diarrhoea and ORS preparation, Safe drinking water, Hand washing techniques

demonstration, Nutrition and Correct cooking methods. Total 24 mothers were present. The PHN from

Madkai PHC, MPHW (M) and ANM from Velinga sub centre were also present. It was an interactive


13. DATE: 17th

June 2016

PLACE: Quitla Anganwadi, Salai (Madkai PHC)



A nutrition education programme was conducted at Quitla Anganwadi, Salai, for the children, adolescents,

Pregnant and lactating. The nutrition officers delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance diet for




provided to the beneficiaries was also discussed. Also spoke on NVBDCP Awareness, Diarrhoea and ORS

preparation, Safe drinking water, Hand washing techniques demonstration. The LHV from Aldona PHC and

ANM from Salai Sub centre were also present. The session was attended by 16 mothers. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

14. DATE: 20th

June 2016

PLACE: Postnatal Ward, Mapusa District Hospital



A nutrition education programme was conducted at District Hospital, Mapusa, for the postpartum mothers.

The nutrition officers delivered talk on importance of breastfeeding and initialization of same soon after birth

of the child, its benefits for lactating mother as well as for the baby. Topics highlighted were techniques and

positions of breastfeeding and benefits of breastfeeding during diarrhoea, Techniques and positions of

breastfeeding, post natal care, balanced diet, iron and calcium rich foods and importance of water,

Lactogenic foods which help to increase the supply of breast milk, Expression of breast milk, Expression of

breast milk, hygiene during breastfeeding and complimentary foods were also discussed keeping in mind

locally available foods and SNP provided to the beneficiaries. Homemade cerelac recipe was explained to the

beneficiaries. The session was attended by 19 postpartum mothers were present. It was an interactive session

where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.


PLACE: Govt. Primary School, Tarwada (Colvale PHC)



A nutrition education programme was conducted at GPS, Tarwada, for students of standard 1st to 4

th STD.

In view of educating them about importance of nutrition since they are in the childhood phase and this is a

very crucial period for their healthy growth and development and thus require special attention to macro as

well as micro nutrients. The nutrition officers gave a talk on balanced diet for children, importance of water,

breakfast and ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Personal hygiene, safe drinking water and Hand

washing steps were also demonstrated. A total of 20 students were present along with their teachers. The

PHN, IEC Supervisor and RMNCH +A counselor from Colvale PHC were also present. It was an interactive


16. DATE: 22nd

June 2016

PLACE: Govt. Primary School, Magilwada (Colvale PHC)



A nutrition education programme was conducted at GPS, Magilwada, for students of standard 1st to 4

th STD.

In view of educating them about importance of nutrition since they are in the childhood phase and this is a

very crucial period for their healthy growth and development and thus require special attention to macro as

well as micro nutrients. The nutrition officers gave a talk on balanced diet for children, importance of water,

breakfast and ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Personal hygiene, vector borne diseases, safe

drinking water and Hand washing steps were also demonstrated. A total of 31students were present along

with their teachers. The IEC Supervisor and RMNCH +A counselor from Colvale PHC were also present. It

was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were

answered.

17. DATE: 23rd

June 2016

PLACE: Govt. Primary School, Pirna (Colvale PHC)



A nutrition education programme was conducted at GPS Pirna, for students of standard 1st to 4

th STD. In

view of educating them about importance of nutrition since they are in the childhood phase and this is a very

crucial period for their healthy growth and development and thus require special attention to macro as well as

micro nutrients. The nutrition officers gave a talk on balanced diet for children, importance of water,

breakfast and ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Personal hygiene, vector borne diseases, safe

drinking water and Hand washing steps were also demonstrated. A total of 28 students were present along

with their teachers. The RMNCH +A counselor from Colvale PHC was also present. It was an interactive


18. DATE: 24th

June 2016

PLACE: Govt. High School, Revora Nadora (Colvale PHC)



A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at Govt. High School, Revora Nadora, for the students of

5th

to10th

STD. In view of educating them about importance of nutrition since they are in the adolescent phase

and this is a very crucial period for their healthy growth and development and thus require special attention

to macro as well as micro nutrients. The nutrition officer’s gave a talk on balanced diet with the help of food

guide pyramid, importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like

Iron, calcium and Iodine, Vitamin A, ill effects of junk food, Personal hygiene and hand washing steps

demonstration.. A total of 81 students and 12 teachers were present. The RMNCH+A Counselor from

Colvale PHC was also present along with school health team. It was an interactive session where the

audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

19. DATE: 28th

June 2016

PLACE: Antenatal Ward, Mapusa District Hospital



A Nutrition education programme was conducted at Mapusa District Hospital for the lactating and pregnant

women. The nutrition officers delivered lecture on importance of nutrition during pregnancy and lactation.

Topics highlighted were importance of balanced diet, the importance of breakfast, water, postnatal care,

eating pattern and the micronutrients important for pregnant mothers (iron, calcium, and iodine) deficiencies

and food sources. Importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions

of breastfeeding, Initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, Expression of breast milk and

hygiene during breastfeeding were discussed. Preparation of home made complimentary foods for infants

and lactogenic foods were discussed. Homemade cerelac recipe was explained to the beneficiaries.

Observing world population fortnight topics on birth spacing and use of contraceptive methods were

discussed. The RMNCH+A counsellor was present. The session was attended by 7 lactating mothers and 8

antenatals.

20. DATE: 29th

June 2016

PLACE: Postnatal Ward, Mapusa District Hospital



A Nutrition education programme was conducted at Mapusa District Hospital for the lactating mothers. The

nutrition officers delivered lecture on importance of nutrition during lactation. Topics highlighted were

importance of balanced diet, the importance of breakfast, water, postnatal care, eating pattern and the

micronutrients important for lactating mothers (iron, calcium, and iodine) deficiencies and food sources.

Importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions of breastfeeding,

Initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, Expression of breast milk and hygiene during

breastfeeding were discussed. Preparation of home made complimentary foods for infants and lactogenic

foods were discussed. Homemade cerelac recipe was explained to the beneficiaries. Observing world

population fortnight topic on birth spacing was discussed. The RMNCH+A counsellor was present. The

session was attended by 19 lactating mothers.

REPORT SUBMITTED ON 30th

JUNE 2016

REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMME FOR JUNE 2016 (SOUTH GOA)


PLACE: Gantamorod Anganwadi, Dicarpale (Curtorim PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: MS MELKIZA FURTADO (NUTRITION OFFICER)

A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted on Village Health & Nutrition Day at Chandor Anganwadi, for

the women of different age. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on Malnutrition in Children how it affects the

child’s growth, academic performance and other activities. Adopting correct feeding practices and other care for

reducing malnutrition. Importance of Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months and continuing breastfeeding up to

2years with complementary feeding, Care during sickness especially diarrhoea, Importance of immunizations,

Anganwadi services provided for the mother and the child were discussed. Topics highlighted were importance of

energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron,

calcium and iodine was highlighting on women’s health. Ill effects of junk food and importance of water and

breakfast was highlighted. The session was attended by 12 participants of different age groups. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered. The ANM

from Dicarpale Sub Centre was also present.

2. DATE: 02nd

June 2016

PLACE: Betalbatim Sub Centre (Cansaulim PHC).


A Nutrition Education counselling was held on Immunisation Day at Betalbatim Sub Centre for the parents.

Nutrition Officer discussed importance of nutrition. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding,

protective and proteins food sources. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium. Ill

effects of junk food and tips on how to improvise recipes were discussed. Preparation of recipes using SNP

provided and locally available foods was also discussed. Importance of Immunisation was also discussed.

Consumption of local fruits and vegetables were also encouraged, Breastfeeding and its importance were also

discussed, and preparations of complementary feeds were explained. Various Family planning methods available at

PHC level were also encouraged. The session was attended by 15 parents of different age groups. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered. The

ANM’s and MPHW-M of PHC Cansaulim were also present.

3. DATE: 03rd

June 2016

PLACE: Ante Natal OPD Hospicio Margao.


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at Antenatal OPD, for pregnant women. The Nutrition Officer

delivered a lecture on importance of nutrition during pregnancy and lactation. Topics highlighted were importance

of protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily eating. The importance of breakfast, water and

the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron, calcium and iodine were discussed. Importance of

Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed. Preparation of complementary foods for

weaning infant’s including locally available foods and SNP provided were discussed. Consumption of local fruits

and vegetables was encouraged. Various Family planning methods available at the hospital were also discussed

encouraging the mothers to avail the same, save the girl child topic was also highlighted. The session was attended

by 20 ladies of different age groups. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to

which their queries were answered.

4. DATE: 06th

June 2016

PLACE: Colomb Anganwadi, Keri (Quepem PHC).


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted on Village Health & Nutrition Day at Colomb Anganwadi, for



preventing malnutrition. Importance of Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months and continuing breastfeeding up to







from Keri Sub Centre was also present.

5. DATE: 07th

June 2016

PLACE: Cotimbi Anganwadi (Quepem PHC).


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted on Village Health & Nutrition Day at Cotimbi Anganwadi, for










from Cotimbi Sub Centre was also present.

6. DATE: 15th

June 2016

PLACE: Dongorim Anganwadi, Navelim (Curtorim PHC).


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted on Village Health & Nutrition Day at Dongorim Anganwadi, for










from Navelim Sub Centre was also present.

7. DATE: 16th

June 2016

PLACE: Daman Anganwadi, Raia (Loutulim PHC).


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted on Village Health & Nutrition Day at Daman Anganwadi, for



preventing malnutrition. Importance of Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months and continuing breastfeeding up to


Anemia in adolescent girls and women was discussed. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding,

protective and proteins food sources. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients calcium and iodine was

highlighting on women’s health. Ill effects of junk food and importance of water and breakfast was highlighted.

The session was attended by 17 participants of different age groups. It was an interactive session where the

audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered. The ANM from Raia Sub Centre was

also present.

8. DATE: 17th

June 2016

PLACE: Dadio I Anganwadi, Navelim (Curtorim PHC).


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted on Village Health & Nutrition Day at Dadio I Anganwadi, for










from Navelim Sub Centre was also present.

9. DATE: 18th

June 2016

PLACE: Government High School, Morpilla (Balli PHC).


An IEC Activity was conducted at Government High School, Morpilla for all the student of 5th, 6

th, 7

th, 8

th, 9

th and

10th standard. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition during that

phase. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and balance of

this in our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was highlighted.

Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food. Tips on how to improvise

recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. Also Swach Bharat &

personal Hygiene was discussed thus encouraging the students in maintain environmental and personal hygiene,

Hand washing steps were demonstrated. The session was attended by 182 students. It was an interactive session

where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered. The ANM’s from Balli PHC

were also present.

10. DATE: 20th

June 2016

PLACE: Ante Natal OPD Hospicio Margao.


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at Antenatal OPD, for pregnant women. The Nutrition Officer

delivered a lecture on importance of nutrition during pregnancy and lactation. Topics highlighted were importance

of protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily eating. The importance of breakfast, water and

the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron, calcium and iodine were discussed. Importance of

Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed. Preparation of complementary foods for

weaning infant’s including locally available foods and SNP provided were discussed. Consumption of local fruits

and vegetables was encouraged. Various Family planning methods available at the hospital were also discussed

encouraging the mothers to avail the same, save the girl child topic was also highlighted. The session was attended

by 35 ladies of different age groups. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to

which their queries were answered.


PLACE: Panchasheel English High School, Panchwadi Ponda (Curchorem CHC).


An IEC Activity was conducted at Panchasheel English High School, Panchwadi for the students of 5th, 6

th, 7

th, 8

th,

9th and 10th Standard. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition during

that phase. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and

balance of this in our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was

highlighted. Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food. Tips on how

to improvise recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. The session

was attended by 160 students. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which

their queries were answered. RMNCH -A Counsellor from Curchorem CHC was also present.

12. DATE: 22nd

June 2016

PLACE: Infant Jesus High School Academy, Velsao (Cansaulim PHC).


An IEC Activity was conducted at Infant Jesus High School Academy, Velsao for the students of 8th and 9th

Standard. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition during that phase.

Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and balance of this in

our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was highlighted. Other

topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food. Tips on how to improvise

recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. The session was attended

by 50 students. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries

were answered. RMNCH -A Counsellor from Cansaulim PHC was also present.

13. DATE: 23rd

June 2016

PLACE: Government High School, Molcornem (Quepem PHC).


An IEC Activity was conducted at Government High School, Molcornem for the students of 9th and 10th Standard.

The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition during that phase. Topics

highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and balance of this in our

daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was highlighted. Other topics

highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food. Tips on how to improvise recipes were

also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. Importance of the Program WIFS was

discussed encouraging the students to benefit from the same. The session was attended by 42 students. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered. RMNCH -

A Counsellor from Quepem PHC was also present.

14. DATE: 24th

June 2016

PLACE: Mount Mary High School, Chinchinim (Chinchinim PHC).


An IEC Activity was conducted at Mount Mary High School, Chinchinim for the students of 6th,7

th, 8

th 9

th and 10th

Standard. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition during that phase.

Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and balance of this in

our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was highlighted. Other

topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food. Tips on how to improvise

recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. Sensitisation on the

Program WIFS was done encouraging the students to benefit from the same. Nutritional guidelines to be followed

during the consumption of the Iron & Folic acid supplements through balanced breakfast and avoiding caffeinated

beverages and junk food was discussed. The deworming schedule was also explained. The session was attended by

395 students. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries

were answered. RMNCH -A Counsellor from Chinchinim PHC was also present.

15. DATE:25th

June 2016

PLACE: PTA Meeting at St Rock’s High School, Tollecantto Vellim (Balli PHC).


On the occasion of PTA meeting Sensitisation on the Program WIFS was done explaining the parents of the

beneficiary students to benefit from the same. The importance of the program in combating Anaemia in

adolescents was discussed with symptoms of Iron deficiency disorders commonly faced during the adolescent

phase. Nutritional guidelines to be followed during the consumption of the Iron & Folic acid supplements through

balanced breakfast, vitamin C enriched foods, Iron rich locally available foods and avoiding caffeinated beverages

and junk food was discussed. The deworming schedule was also explained. Other topics highlighted were

importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food. The session was attended by 250 parents. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered. School

Health Nurse from Balli PHC was also present.

REPORT SUBMITTED ON 30th

JUNE 2016

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