16/06/2025
๐ข Back-to-School Reminder: Eat Right, Stay Bright! ๐๐
As our learners return to school next week, letโs remind everyone โ learners and parents alike โ about the importance of healthy eating habits for a strong body and a sharp mind!
๐ฝ๏ธ What is Pinggang Pinoy?
Pinggang Pinoy is a simple, visual guide developed by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI-DOST) to help Filipinos make healthy food choices every day.
๐ข Half of the plate: Fruits and vegetables
๐ก One-fourth: Go foods (rice, bread, root crops) for energy
๐ด One-fourth: Grow foods (meat, fish, eggs, beans) for strength
๐ง Donโt forget: Drink plenty of clean water, and limit sugary drinks!
๐ง ๐ช 10 Kumainments: Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos
Letโs help our children โ and ourselves โ stay healthy and happy by following these 10 Kumainments:
๐ Eat a variety of nutritious foods every day.
๐ Eat more vegetables and fruits.
๐ Eat moderate amounts of fish, lean meat, eggs, and milk.
๐ Eat foods rich in energy like rice, corn, root crops, and bread.
๐ง๐ญ Limit intake of salty, fatty, and sugary foods.
๐ฅ Consume safe and clean food and water.
๐ Be physically active and maintain a healthy weight.
๐งผ Practice proper food hygiene and sanitation.
๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Promote exclusive breastfeeding for infants up to 6 months.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง Value and enjoy shared family meals together.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ A Message for Parents:
Your children look up to you! Start the school year right by:
Preparing nutritious baon using the Pinggang Pinoy guide ๐ฅ
Making time for family meals ๐
Encouraging your kids to drink water and avoid junk food ๐ซ๐ซ
Being a healthy role model โค๏ธ
๐ฏ Healthy learners are better achievers!
Letโs work together to build a brighter, stronger, and healthier generation โ one plate at a time.
