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Food scientist lauds Filipino nutritionists and dietitians
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- Published on Friday, 14 September 2007 18:08
- Written by Business World
"As a scientist for over 30 years, I have read many research reports on food science, but I have never seen a more powerful yet simple and practical educational tool in supporting good nutrition, especially among children," said Mr. German, who is a Senior Scientific Advisor at the Nestle Research Center in Switzerland.
Conceptualized and developed by the Nutritionist-Dietitians’ Association of the Philippines Foundation (NDAPF), the 10 Signs of Good Nutrition are: right weight for height, good muscle development, good posture, clear skin, shiny hair, clear eyes, being alert and cheerful, sleeping soundly, regular bowel movement, and good appetite.
"It is at the cutting-edge of the way health sciences are thinking and moving towards today. Now, it is more about empowering people about their own health, assessing their health and measuring how they are doing in terms of good nutrition."
In effect, Mr. German said, Filipino mothers are empowered to know that they have a key role in ensuring that their children get the necessary nutrients. They can do this by guiding their children in making the right food choices, particularly in ensuring that they drink the ideal three servings of milk everyday.
"It should be clear to mothers that it is their role to guide their children’s food choices, which can influence their health for the rest of their lives," he said.
source: Business World
http://www.bworldonline.com/Weekender091407/main.php?id=health4
