06/07/2026
Today, we officially launched the 52nd Nutrition Month at ADNPH with a powerful reminder: Nutrisyon at Kalikasan, Ating Pangalagaan! šš„¦
Our Dietary Section Supervisor, Rowena E. Cassion-Gomez, RND, led an insightful presentation highlighting the urgent connection between our environment and our health. She emphasized how climate change and environmental degradation directly threaten our food securityānot just by making food harder to access, but by reducing the actual nutrient density of the crops we depend on.
The call to action is clear: We must shift toward sustainable, resilient food systems that are not only nutritious and affordable but also environmentally responsible.
To bring this message to life, we are excited to announce two fun, hospital-wide challenges:
1ļøā£ The Eco-Snack & Sip Cook-Off Challenge: A showcase of climate-smart meryenda and refreshing drinks made from local ingredients, emphasizing zero-waste preparation and plastic-free serving!
2ļøā£ The "Puno ng Nutrisyon" Green Division Challenge: A month-long inter-departmental gardening competition. Each division will transform "hospital waste" into a thriving mini-nursery, nurturing nutrient-dense crops like kalabasa, okra, kangkong, pechay, and batong from seed to seedling.
To cap off the morningās program, the Dietary Section treated our hardworking staff and valued clients to a warm, delicious, and healthy Chicken-Macaroni Soup. š„£āØ
Letās work together to nurture our health and protect our planet. Happy Nutrition Month, everyone!