The Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) Program is a human resource development strategy of the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition, which involves the recruitment, training, deployment and ...

TACLOBAN CITY (Gerico Sabalza)– The Department of Health (DOH) is eyeing to inoculate 80 percent of the target population in the first two weeks of the immunization campaign against measles-rubella ...

Early identification and timely management of certain genetic, metabolic, or infectious conditions of infants that may lead to mental retardation, developmental and physiological delays, and/or even ...

There are other protein-rich foods that can be included on your dinner plate besides cuts of meat. Look into which plants will provide you with the extra protein you need. No, we’re not suggesting ...

Did you know that in the Philippines, most women prefer the vaginal type of delivery since it is cheaper than cesarean section type of childbirth? Vaginal birth is the most common and safest type of ...

Fermentation is the breakdown of sugars by bacteria and yeast. Not only does it improve food preservation, but it can also increase the number of beneficial bacteria, or probiotics, in your gut.

Did you know that cancers were among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide? According to World Health Organization (WHO), cancer accounts for nearly 10 million deaths or nearly one ...

Have you ever heard about the Creeping Cucumber? How does it look and taste? Is it edible and healthy? Where can we usually find this creeping cucumber? If you’re as curious as me, then find out more ...

Cantaloupe melon is a refreshing summer snack that contains nutrients that are beneficial to one’s health. According to Megan Ware, cantaloupe is a popular summer dessert among both children and ...

Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish made of fermented, salted vegetables, according to Kimberly Thomas of Medical News Today. It can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most common are ...

As part of the over-all LGU mobilization strategy in scaling up nutrition in the remaining years of PPAN implementation, the National Nutrition Council Regional Office IX conducted a five-day local ...

Micronutrients or commonly referred to as vitamins and minerals are important to healthy development, disease prevention, and well-being. Apart from vitamin D, micronutrients aren’t produced within ...