SB Resolution NGF Adoptions 2019
SB Resolution NGF Adoptions 2019
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SB RESOLUTION NO. 2018- ____________
Sponsored by: Hon______________________
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WHEREAS, Presidential Decree NO. 491 provides for the directives for the
sustainable implementations and management of the nutrition program down to
the grassroots level in order to manage malnutrition problem of the country.
NOW, THEREFORE:
C. The following are the TEN messages for Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos(NGF);
1) Eat a variety of foods every day to get the nutrients needed by the body.
2) Breastfeed infants exclusively from birth up to 6 months then give appropriate
complementary foods while continuing breastfeeding for 2 years and beyond for
optimum growth and development.
3) Eat more vegetables and fruits every day to get the essential vitamins, minerals
and fiber for regulation of body processes.
4) Consume fish, lean meat, poultry, egg, dried beans or nuts daily for growth and
repair of body tissues.
5) Consume milk, milk products and other calcium-rich foods, such as small fish
and shellfish, every day for healthy bones and teeth.
6) Consume safe foods and water to prevent diarrhea and other food- and water-
borne diseases.
7) Use iodized salt to prevent Iodine Deficiency Disorders.
8) Limit intake of salty, fried, fatty and sugar-rich foods to prevent cardiovascular
diseases.
9) Attain normal body weight through proper diet and moderate physical activity to
maintain good health and help prevent obesity.
10) Be physically active, make healthy food choices, manage stress, avoid alcoholic
beverages and do not smoke to help prevent lifestyle-related non-communicable
diseases.
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