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Is household food insecurity associated with chronic energy deficiency among Filipino elderly?

(Manila Bulletin File Photo) The DOST-FNRI warned that “food insecurity may aggravate the situation of the elderly, particularly those with poor nutritional and micronutrient status.” The study showed that about 83 percent of the Filipino seniors were not meeting the recommended energy intake, and about 71 percent were not meeting the recommended protein intake. “In terms of health and nutrition, undernutrition was significantly higher in food insecure households while overnutrition was significantly higher in food secure group,” it said. It also observed that iodine deficiency was significantly higher in food insecure households. It added that protein inadequacy in the diet of Filipino seniors in food insecure households has also been observed.

Every family can have access to good nutrition

Presented by: Unilever Philippines Knorr Nutri-Sarap Nutrition program to empower mothers to create nutritious and delicious meals. Unilever Philippines begins a landmark partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development – Calabarzon to roll out the Knorr Nutri-Sarap Nutrition Program in the region. Consistent with its drive for nutritious and delicious food that is accessible to all, Knorr Philippines recognizes that it plays a key role in shaping food consumption habits that are good for the Filipinos and for the environment. The pandemic has profound implications on food security and access, and consequently impacts the health and nutrition of the most vulnerable sectors. Malnutrition continues to be a nationwide threat to health and well-being.

Unilever partners with DSWD Calabarzon for nutrition program

Unilever partners with DSWD Calabarzon for nutrition program
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