National Nutrition Council CAR

01/05/2026

💡 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢-𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐳 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥 #21

The correct answer is: C. Pinggang Pinoy ✅

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💡 Nutrition Fact (Rationale):
Pinggang Pinoy is a visual food guide that helps Filipinos plan balanced meals by translating the Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos (NGF) into recommended food group proportions per meal.

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📚 Source: Department of Science and Technology- Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI)

30/04/2026

💜 Cervical Cancer Awareness
Alamin. Iwasan. Alagaan.

Ang cervical cancer ay isa sa mga pinakakaraniwang cancer sa kababaihan. Ngunit, ito ay maiiwasan at magagamot kung maagapan.

✔️ Magpabakuna laban sa HPV
✔️ Magpa-screen nang regular
✔️ Kumain ng masustansiya

Ang simpleng hakbang ay may malaking epekto sa iyong kalusugan. Huwag hintaying may maramdaman bago kumilos.

💡 Tandaan: Ang maagang pagtuklas ay nakapagliligtas ng buhay.

📍 Nakikiisa sa adbokasiya ang NNC-CAR (National Nutrition Council – Cordillera Administrative Region) sa pagpapalaganap ng tamang kaalaman para sa mas malusog na komunidad.

💬 Mahalaga ka. Alagaan ang sarili. Magpabakuna. Magpa-screen. Kumain nang tama.

30/04/2026

Eat them fresh or eat them dry. Either way, it’s a win-win for you health!

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 – 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐚, 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐨 | 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The Regional Nutrition Shepherding Team, in coordination with the Municipal Government of Flora, successfully conducted the Nutrition Shepherding Culminating Activity, marking the achievement of targets set in 2022.

From being partially functional, the Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC) of Flora has progressed to a substantially functional level. The municipality also improved its MELLPI Pro score, reflecting strengthened implementation of nutrition programs.

During the activity, RNPC of NNC-CAR, Bella Basalong, presented the Nutrition Shepherding Journey of Flora, Apayao. This was followed by Dr. Karizza Joie Hurtado, the Municipal Health Officer and MNAO who shared the municipality’s nutrition situation, accomplishments, improvements, and challenges encountered.

Hon. Joefrey Blas, Mayor and Chairperson of the Municipal Nutrition Committee also delivered a message, warmly welcoming the participants and expressing appreciation for the invaluable contributions of the Regional Nutrition Shepherding Team in their journey toward improved nutrition outcomes.

This milestone highlights the strong commitment of the Municipality of Flora in strengthening nutrition governance and delivering better services to its community.

30/04/2026

Tips to prevent anaemia:
Choose foods rich in iron, folate, vitamin A and B12.

30/04/2026

𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 – 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 | 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The Regional Nutrition Shepherding Team, in coordination with the Provincial Government of Apayao, successfully conducted the Nutrition Shepherding Culminating Activity, marking the achievement of targets set in 2022.

From being partially functional, the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) has progressed to a substantially functional level in Local Nutrition Committee (LNC) performance. The province also achieved a MELLPI Pro score of 86.34 (CY 2024) and was awarded the Green Banner Seal of Compliance.

During the activity, Bella Basalong presented the Nutrition Shepherding Journey of Apayao, followed by Dr. Mark Joleen Calban who shared the province’s nutrition situation and key accomplishments.

This milestone reflects Apayao’s strong commitment to improving nutrition governance and delivering better services to its communities.

30/04/2026

𝐌𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐏𝐈 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞

On April 28, 2026, the Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation Protocol (MELLPI Pro) for the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Apayao was conducted by the Regional Evaluation Team from the National Nutrition Council (NNC-CAR), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG-CAR), the National Youth Commission (NYC) CAR Reg. 1 Cluster.

The evaluation team was composed of the following members:
Mr. Herald Daguyam (LGOO IV, DILG-CAR), Ms. Sheridan Athena Gajete (Head, NYC – North Luzon Cluster), Ms. Bella Basalong (RNPC, NNC-CAR), and Ms. Roselyn Benes Cerio (NO II, NNC-CAR).

The activity provided a comprehensive review of the implementation of nutrition programs and identified key areas for improvement. Following the desk review, members of the Provincial Nutrition Committee (PNC) convened for an exit conference where findings and recommendations were presented to guide future actions.

The conduct of the MELLPI Pro highlights Apayao’s continued commitment to strengthening nutrition governance and ensuring improved delivery of services for its communities.

30/04/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐈𝐋𝐆 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 | 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Representatives from the Department of the Interior and Local Government–CAR, National Youth Commission (NYC) North Luzon, and National Nutrition Council–CAR—Mr. Herald Daguyam (LGOO IV, DILG-CAR), Ms. Sheridan Athena Gajete (Head, NYC North Luzon), and Ms. Bella M. Basalong (Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator, NNC-CAR) paid a courtesy visit to DILG Apayao Provincial Director Marleen Guerzon.

RNPC Basalong included discussions on the implementation of LGSF-GEF under the General Appropriations Act (GAA), as well as concerns and clarifications on the allowable Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) to ensure proper and effective use of funds.

The visit strengthened coordination among agencies in advancing youth development, good governance, and nutrition programs in the province.

30/04/2026

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29/04/2026

Did you know?`
Most countries have shown no reduction in the affordability of alcoholic or sugary drinks since 2022.

In fact:
⚠️ Sugary drinks became MORE affordable in 62 countries.
⚠️ Beer is now MORE affordable in 56 countries, while spirits are MORE affordable in 67 countries.

Rising affordability means rising demand and rising harm.

29/04/2026

💡 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢-𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐳 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥 #20

The correct answer is: C. Overweight ✅

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💡 Nutrition Fact (Rationale):
Based on the Asia-Pacific BMI classification, a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 23.0–24.9 kg/m² is already considered overweight, reflecting increased health risks at lower BMI levels among Asian populations.

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📚 Source: World Health Organization (WHO), Asia-Pacific BMI Classification