Nutrisyon Diary

02/10/2025

02/10/2025

Online BNS Refresher Course
October 2-3, 2025

01/10/2025

Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC)Reactivation
September 30, 2025/Sara, Iloilo

The Provincial Nutrition Committee, led by Dr. Wendel Marcelo, convened the Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC) of Sara, Iloilo, headed by MNC Chair Hon. Jon Aying, to reactivate the committee.

The MNC has existing initiatives and programs to address nutrition challenges, and this meeting aimed to enhance their efforts. By functionalizing the committee, they can develop strategies to improve the municipality's nutritional status.

Hon. Aying emphasized the importance of collective efforts, quoting "It takes a village to raise a child."

The activity was successful, yielding valuable ideas and strategies to move forward.

29/09/2025

🎉 Our Nutrition Team joyfully celebrates the birthday of Ms. Blithe! 🎉
May this year bring you happiness, good health, and more strength to continue inspiring lives.
Happy Birthday, Ms. Blithe!

From :
🎂🎉Your Nutrition family
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25/09/2025

Iloilo PHO Nutrition: Municipal Nutrition Committee Reactivation in San Dionisio, Iloilo
September 23, 2025

The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (PHO) Nutrition Program, through the leadership of Ms. Leni C. Disin, NDIII, together with Ms. Ma. Dolores Gayatgay, NDI and Mr. Gerard Guillen, NDI,
provided technical support to the Municipality of San Dionisio for the reactivation of its Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC).
This activity underscores the importance of having a functional and responsive MNC as the backbone of nutrition action at the local level.

In San Dionisio, Municipal Nutrition Action Officer (MNAO) Dr. Regine Viel Manderico and Municipal Nutrition Coordinator Ms. MaryFlor Trespeces, with the full participation of MNC members, came together
with one purpose, to renew their dedication to address malnutrition and ensure that every child in San Dionisio is given the chance to grow healthy and strong.

The reactivation of the MNC is not just a formality but a call to action.
It is a recognition that behind every statistic of malnutrition is a child with dreams, a mother with hopes, and a community that deserves a healthier future.
A functional MNC serves as the heart of coordinated efforts, weaving together the commitment of the LGU, barangay leaders, health workers, educators, and partners to fight malnutrition and food insecurity.

This reactivation symbolizes unity and shared responsibility, because improving nutrition is not the task of one, but the mission of many.
With renewed energy, San Dionisio is now ready to move forward, embracing the vision of a community where no child is left behind.

“Alone we can do so little, but together we can do so much"

Helen Keller

" With one heart and one mission, let us work hand in hand for the brighter future of our children.”

25/09/2025

Strengthening Collaboration for the Greenhouse Project in Carles,Iloilo
September 24, 2025
Venue: Carles Central Elementary School

The Provincial Nutrition Committee (PNC) and the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Iloilo Nutrition Program joined hands with the Local Government Unit of Carles led by SB Cherry Betita, MNAO Paulo Bacinillo, the Municipal Agriculture Office, the Carles Central Elementary School headed by Principal Romeo M. Bacinillo, and the Barangay Poblacion officials, Kagawad members, and mother leaders to strengthen the collaboration for the Greenhouse Project located at Carles Central Elementary School.

This initiative highlights the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration in ensuring the functionality and sustainability of the greenhouse, which will serve as a steady source of fresh vegetables to supplement the diets of 20 malnourished children in Brgy. Poblacion and undernourished schoolchildren at Carles Central Elementary School.

Strong partnerships between the PNC, PHO, LGU, barangay leaders, school officials, and the agriculture sector are key to addressing malnutrition and promoting healthier diets in the municipality of Carles.

NutrisyonSapat Para Sa Lahat
PNC/LGUengagement
Greenhouse project AngatBuhay

25/09/2025

Salt Monitoring Activity in Carles Public Market
September 24, 2025
Carles, Iloilo

The Provincial Nutrition Committee (PNC) and the Provincial Health Office, Iloilo Nutrition Program, together with MNAO Mr. Paulo Bacinillo and MNC Ms. Florilyn Mahilum, conducted a Salt Monitoring and Testing Activity at the Carles Public Market.

This activity aimed to ensure compliance with RA 8172 (ASIN Law) mandating the use of iodized salt.
The team also promoted the Sangkap Pinoy Seal (RA 8976) to market vendors, raising awareness on the importance of fortified food products and the critical role of iodine in salt for preventing iodine deficiency disorders.

Findings showed that the iodine content of salt being sold in the market is very low (only negative 3.8 ppm) using WYD machine.
This emphasizes the urgent need to regulate the entry of non-iodized salt in the market by strengthening the Bantay Asin Task Force in the municipality.

Through stronger monitoring, vendor education, and community awareness, we can work together to ensure that only iodized, safe, and fortified salt reaches households, protecting the health and nutrition of the people of Carles.

20/09/2025

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18/09/2025

The Provincial Health Office-Nutrition Service, represented by ND II Mari Blithe Soliva, actively participated in the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) Internal Verification for Performance-Based Grant (PBG) Tranche 2 held on September 16, 2025, in Dueñas, Iloilo.

The internal verification process consisted of two components.Firstly, a desk review of necessary documents was conducted to ensure compliance with project requirements using the tool.This was followed by actual household visits, wherein the team divided into 2 to assessed key indicators related to exclusive breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices through interviews with beneficiaries.

The Performance-Based Grant (PBG) under the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) is designed to incentivize Local Government Units (LGUs) to achieve specific health and nutrition outcomes. By tying grant releases to performance, the PBG promotes accountability and transparency in the use of funds, ensuring that LGUs prioritize nutrition interventions and manage resources effectively. The grant aims to improve nutrition-specific services, such as antenatal care, skilled birth deliveries, and integrated management of childhood illnesses, ultimately reducing stunting and malnutrition rates among children. By providing financial incentives for achieving specific targets, the PBG motivates LGUs to implement high-impact interventions, driving positive change in maternal and child health, nutrition practices, and overall well-being.

17/09/2025

17/09/2025

PASIDUNGOG 2025 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 17, 2025
GRANDXING HOTEL, ILOILO CITY

21/03/2025

MARCH 20, 2025: OPERATION TIMBANG PLUS ORIENTATION AND UPDATES HELD IN CARLES, ILOILO

The Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC) of Carles, in partnership with the Provincial Health Office (PHO) - Iloilo Nutrition Service, successfully conducted an orientation on Operation Timbang Plus (OPT Plus) for Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) on March 20, 2025.

The event aimed to update BNS on the enhanced OPT Plus program, which focuses on monitoring the nutritional status of children and providing interventions to address malnutrition.

During the orientation, the PHO-Iloilo Nutrition Service team presented updates on the OPT Plus guidelines, protocols, and tools. The BNS were also trained on proper weighing and measurement techniques, data collection, and reporting. The MNC and PHO-Iloilo Nutrition Service emphasized the importance of accurate and timely data collection in identifying and addressing malnutrition cases in the municipality.

Carles LGU is one of the Philippine Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Program (PMNP) municipalities, where BNS serve as frontline workers in delivering nutrition programs and interventions at the community level. Their dedication and active participation in OPT Plus contribute significantly to ensuring that every child receives proper nutrition support.

The Barangay Nutrition Scholars play a crucial role in implementing the OPT Plus program at the grassroots level, and this orientation equipped them with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively perform their duties.

The successful conduct of the orientation is a testament to the strong partnership between the MNC, PHO-Iloilo Nutrition Service, and the Barangay Nutrition Scholars in promoting nutrition and addressing malnutrition in Carles, Iloilo.