National Nutrition Week 2024: Every year, September 1-7 is celebrated as National Nutrition Week to raise awareness about well-being and prosperity. During this week, the leading nutritionists and experts share information on healthy eating habits and how people can obtain nutrients from their diet. Nutrition is the most important component of a balanced and healthy diet and it plays a key role in growth, development.
Theme
The National Nutrition Week was first observed by American Dietetic Association in 1975. The central government of India launched its campaign in 1982 to bring awareness in the people about nutrition importance and to encourage them to develop a healthy lifestyle.
“Feeding smart right from the start” is the theme of National Nutrition Week 2024. This year, the government wants to focus on the importance of child nutrition and how kids can benefit from a nourishing diet right from birth. Programs like Good Food Talk Show, Healthy Khayega India, and Bharat Poshan Premier Quiz have been established to raise awareness and it is going to be a long0week campaign led by industry leaders, youngsters, and the elderly.
Significance
A balanced diet nourishes the body in and out. It is the component that maintains the cycle of wellbeing. Nowadays, millions are relying on processed and packaged foods. To prevent this, the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB), Government of India’s Ministry of Women and Child Development organizes this week-long campaign to educate about the importance of nutrition for a healthy life.
Tips To Fulfil Nutrition Requirements
Have a look at some basic tips to fulfill everyday nutrition requirements.
- Include more vegetables and lean meat in the diet
- Limit sugars
- Reduce the salt intake
- Do exercise
- Have proteins in every meal
- Have the alcohol in limited quantities
- Add more nuts to your diet
