Nutrisyon Diary

17/10/2026

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐏𝐄𝐒) 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠
San Dionisio, Iloilo - October 16, 2026

The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (PHO) Nutrition Service is grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Parent Effectiveness Service (PES) Training, where we engaged with enthusiastic and participative mothers in strengthening their knowledge and commitment to better family nutrition and child health.

Through meaningful discussions on behavior change through Pinggang Pinoy, Vitamin A, and Iron, we emphasized that good nutrition is not simply about putting food on the table, it is about making informed choices, developing healthy habits, and ensuring that every child receives the nourishment needed to grow, learn, and thrive.

The mothers' eagerness to learn and participate reminds us that when parents are empowered with the right knowledge, they become powerful advocates for their children's health. Every healthy food choice, every appropriate nutrition practice, and every effort to prevent micronutrient deficiencies brings us one step closer to a healthier generation.

Our heartfelt gratitude to the Municipal Social Welfare and Development (MSWD) Office, PCF San Dionisio, through Ma'am Maryflor Trespeces, and the Day Care Association for this meaningful partnership and for recognizing the vital role of nutrition in effective parenting and early childhood development.

Through the Iloilo PHO Nutrition Service, we do more than share information, we build partnerships, inspire behavior change, and empower families to take action for better nutrition.
Because protecting the health of our children is not the responsibility of one office alone. It is a shared commitment among parents, communities, and government partners.

When we educate parents, we strengthen families. When we strengthen families, we protect children. And when we work together, we build a healthier and brighter future for every Ilonggo child.

16/10/2026

VITAMIN A: Protect a Child’s Sight, Strengthen Their Immunity, Secure Their Future

15/10/2026

𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐍-𝐀𝐍𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐒 (𝐁𝐈𝐎𝐬): 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐄𝐇𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄

October 15, 2026 | Banate, Iloilo

Nutrition is not merely about the food we eat; it is about protecting lives, nurturing dreams, and building a healthier future for every Ilonggo family.

The HINUN-ANON sa mga Barangay Information Officers (BIOs) is a meaningful platform initiated by the Philippine Information Agency (PIA), in cooperation with the Municipal Information Officers and in collaboration with the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (PHO) Nutrition Service, to strengthen the role of information officers as partners in promoting nutrition awareness and positive behavior change in our communities.

The activity highlights the importance of proper nutrition, the consequences of malnutrition, and the practical actions that families and communities can take to protect the health and well-being of children, adolescents, mothers, and every member of the household.

But beyond awareness, our greater purpose is to turn information into action and action into lasting behavior change.

We recognize that the Barangay Information Officers are more than communicators of information. They are vital partners in bringing accurate, relevant, and life-changing nutrition messages closer to the people.

A well-informed community is an empowered community. An empowered community can make healthier choices. And healthier choices can change the future of our children.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to the Regional PIA Team, led by Ma'am Lilibeth French, for championing this valuable initiative and recognizing the power of community information in advancing public health. Thank you for your commitment to building partnerships that go beyond information dissemination and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to the Municipal Information Officers, the local partners in Banate, and everyone who contributed to making this activity possible. Your collaboration strengthens our shared mission of bringing nutrition closer to every household.

As we move forward, may every BIO become a nutrition advocate, a trusted source of information, and a catalyst for behavior change in their respective barangays.

Let us remember: Every message that inspires a mother to nourish her child, every family encouraged to choose healthier food, and every community moved to act against malnutrition brings us one step closer to a healthier and stronger Iloilo.

Because fighting malnutrition is not the responsibility of the health sector alone. It is a shared commitment, and every informed voice can help save lives.

15/10/2026

🥗𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐒 & 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬

On October 14, 2026, the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Nutrition Service, in coordination with the Zarraga Primary Care Facility (PCF), conducted the Healthy Eating Habits & Food Label Reading Orientation at Zarraga PCF, Zarraga, Iloilo, with the participation of personnel in charge of elementary and high school canteens, as well as food handlers from the Zarraga Public Market.

Recognizing that food choices significantly influence the health and well-being of families, schoolchildren, and communities, this initiative aimed to equip participants with practical knowledge and skills to promote healthier food choices in schools, public markets, and their own households.

Through this activity, participants gained awareness of the importance of preparing and offering healthier food options, particularly in school canteens and public markets, where everyday food choices can shape eating habits. They also learned how to read and understand the Nutrition Facts label on packaged food products purchased from supermarkets, enabling them to make more informed decisions about the nutritional value of the food they buy, prepare, and serve.

Another meaningful takeaway was the opportunity to develop a healthy and balanced family meal plan using the Pinggang Pinoy® Plate Model, demonstrating how proper meal planning and mindful food selection can help families practice healthier eating habits in their daily lives.

More than an information-sharing activity, this initiative forms part of the PHO Nutrition Service’s continuing Social and Behavior Change (SBC) efforts to promote healthier lifestyles and support the prevention and management of overweight and obesity among children, adults, and older persons.

At the Provincial Health Office, we continue to do our best to bring nutrition awareness to different sectors and groups because we believe that when people understand the value of nutritious food, they become empowered to make healthier choices, not only for themselves, but also for their families and communities. By reaching school canteen personnel and food handlers, we hope to encourage healthier food preparation and selling practices while inspiring positive changes in the food choices made at home and in the community.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to the Zarraga PCF for the coordination and support, and to Dr. Clemencia Bondoc, Municipal Health Officer (MHO), and Ms. Yolly Sotelo, Municipal Nutrition Coordinator (MNC), for facilitating the invitation and mobilization of participants and for their valuable support in making this nutrition education initiative possible.

We are equally grateful to all participating school canteen personnel and public market food handlers for their active participation and commitment to promoting healthier food choices.

Together, let us make every food choice an opportunity to nourish, protect, and build a healthier Iloilo. 💚

Provincial Health Office Nutrition Service
Promoting better nutrition today for a healthier Iloilo tomorrow.

15/10/2026

🥗 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐒 & 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

On October 13, 2026, the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Nutrition Service, in coordination with the Dumangas Primary Care Facility (PCF), conducted the Healthy Eating Habits & Food Label Reading Orientation at Dumangas PCF, with the active participation of doctors, nurses, midwives, and Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS).

The activity aimed to empower healthcare personnel and community nutrition workers with practical knowledge and skills to promote healthier food choices and sustainable eating habits among the families and communities they serve.

Through this initiative, participants learned how to plan balanced and nutritious family meals using the Pinggang Pinoy® Plate Model, understand and interpret Nutrition Facts labels when purchasing food products from supermarkets, and use a food nutrition calculator to assess the nutritional value of food items and make more informed food choices for their communities.

More than an information-sharing activity, this initiative forms part of the PHO Nutrition Service’s continuing Social and Behavior Change (SBC) efforts to promote healthier lifestyles and support the prevention and management of overweight and obesity among adults, children, and older persons.

At the Provincial Health Office, we continue to do our best to bring nutrition awareness to different sectors and groups, recognizing that every informed health worker can influence a family, and every empowered family can help build a healthier community. By equipping our partners with the right knowledge and practical tools, we hope that the lessons learned will go beyond the orientation room and find their way into kitchens, dining tables, and everyday food choices in every household.

Our heartfelt gratitude to the Dumangas PCF for the coordination and partnership, and to all the doctors, nurses, midwives, and BNS participants for their active participation and commitment to advancing nutrition and health in their respective communities.

Together, let us make healthier food choices a daily habit, not just for ourselves, but for every family and every community we serve.

Provincial Health Office Nutrition Service
Promoting better nutrition today for a healthier Iloilo tomorrow.

11/10/2026

11/10/2026

🥗 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐒 & 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
Pavia Primary Care Facility (PCF) | October 9, 2026

Nutrition is the foundation of life, the cornerstone of good health, and an investment in a healthier future.

The Iloilo Provincial Health Office Nutrition Service, through the MoRProGRes Iloilo initiative, continues its commitment to promoting proper nutrition and healthier lifestyles through the Healthy Eating Habits and Food Label Reading Orientation conducted at the Pavia Primary Care Facility (PCF).

In partnership with the Pavia PCF, led by Dr. Miamae Rose Apostol, together with the dedicated Pavia PCF healthcare team and the Provincial Health Office (PHO) Nutrition Service staff, this meaningful activity brought together healthcare professionals to strengthen their knowledge and skills in promoting healthy eating habits, understanding food labels, and making informed food choices.

Beyond learning how to read nutrition facts and product labels, this initiative underscores an important purpose: to empower our healthcare providers to become effective advocates of good nutrition, guiding families and communities toward healthier decisions every day.

Because good nutrition is more than just putting food on the table, it is about choosing the right foods, preventing malnutrition, reducing the risk of diet-related diseases, and building a healthier generation.

Through strong collaboration between our local health facilities and the Provincial Nutrition Service, we continue to bring nutrition education closer to the people, transforming knowledge into practical action and healthier living.

Together, let us make every meal an opportunity to nourish life, protect health, and build a stronger, healthier Province of Iloilo.

𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑳𝑨𝑩𝑬𝑳. 𝑪𝑯𝑶𝑶𝑺𝑬 𝑾𝑰𝑺𝑬𝑳𝒀. 𝑬𝑨𝑻 𝑯𝑬𝑨𝑳𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑳𝒀. 𝑳𝑰𝑽𝑬 𝑩𝑬𝑻𝑻𝑬𝑹.

09/10/2026

NUTRITION FOR HEALTHY AGING

Municipality of San Dionisio | 46 Older Persons | October 7, 2026

In celebration of Elderly Filipino Week, the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (PHO) in partnership with the Municipality of San Dionisio and its Rural Health Unit (RHU), conducted an integrated health and nutrition activity for 46 older persons, promoting healthy, active, and dignified aging.

The activity provided essential services including medical check-up and consultation, X-ray services, and oral health services, complemented by nutrition education and promotion of Pinggang Pinoy® as a practical guide to balanced and appropriate food choices for older adults.

The participants were also oriented on the importance of Universal Salt Iodization (USI) and the use of adequately iodized salt in appropriate amounts as part of a healthy diet. The activity emphasized that healthy aging requires not only access to health services, but also proper nutrition, physical activity, adequate hydration, oral health, and regular health monitoring.

Through this collaborative initiative, the Iloilo PHO and the Municipality of San Dionisio reaffirm their commitment to ensuring that older persons receive the care, knowledge, and support they need to remain healthy, active, independent, and valued members of the community.

Eat right. Stay active. Age with strength.

08/10/2026

06/10/2026

STRENGTHENING NUTRITION ACTION THROUGH CONVERGENCE AND COLLABORATION

PHO Nutrition Conference Room, Iloilo Provincial Capitol
October 2, 2026

The Provincial Nutrition Committee (PNC)–Provincial Nutrition Technical Working Group (PNTWG) convened its 3rd Quarter Meeting to review progress, examine emerging nutrition concerns, identify implementation gaps, and strengthen collective action for better nutrition outcomes across Iloilo Province.

The meeting provided a strategic provincial platform for evidence-based decision-making and inter-agency convergence, featuring detailed discussions on the January-July 2026 Provincial Nutrition Action Plan (PNAP) accomplishments, Local Nutrition Action Plan (LNAP) updates, and the Provincial Nutrition Status 2026. These were reviewed not only to measure accomplishments, but to determine where stronger interventions, technical support, resources, and coordinated action are needed.

Recognizing that nutrition is not the responsibility of the health sector alone, the PNC–PNTWG strengthened convergence among agriculture, education, health, local government, and partner agencies through discussions on KADIWA Centers, Gulayan sa Paaralan, DepEd Nutrition Programs, nutrition promotion and behavior change, school and adolescent nutrition, prevention and management of overweight and obesity, WIFA, and adolescent and reproductive health.

Through shared evidence, meaningful dialogue, and collective commitments, the PNC/PNTWG continues to transform individual sector efforts into one coordinated provincial nutrition action, ensuring that policies, programs, resources, and services move in the same direction toward healthier and better-nourished communities.

Nutrition is everyone’s business.
Convergence makes our action stronger.

Together, we build a healthier and more resilient Iloilo.

ONE PROVINCE. ONE SHARED COMMITMENT. STRONGER NUTRITION ACTION FOR EVERY ILONGGO.