The District ICDS Cell, Imphal West organised a one- day workshop on the theme ‘ Smart Nutrition , Empowered Generation ‘ with the aim of improving dietary habits and addressing nutrition challenges in the community .
The Director of Social Welfare and Joint Director ( ICDS ) , Manipur , underlined the role of community participation in building healthy future generations at the workshop.
The following topics were highlighted in the workshop :
- Integrating tradition and modernity : Busting myths and promoting healthy diet , especially among pregnant women , lactating mothers and adolescent girls.
- Smart food choices : Children of all ages are encouraged to use less sugar and oil, from tiffin to thali.
- Child Health Challenges : Caregivers guided to prevent both malnutrition and obesity.
The workshop focused on awareness , balanced diet and integration of traditional knowledge with modern nutrition science to ensure creation of a strong and healthy generation.
