CALAMBA CITY (PIA) – The provincial government has made available its nutrient-filled bun Pan de Laguna to the general population in its bid to provide proper nutrition to every Lagunense.
Teresita Ramos, of the Provincial Nutrition Action Office (PNAO), said local governments can request fortified buns for their feeding programs particularly in celebrations such as the Nutrition Month.
“Ang atin pong PNAO ay nagco-coordinate ng iba’t-ibang aktibidades sa ating pamahalaang panlalawigan at ganun din sa ating mga bayan at mga barangay upang titindi ang ating mga adbokasiya para sa nutrisyon na pangangailangan ng bawat isa,” Ramos said.
The Pan de Laguna (or Pan-angat Nutrisyon ng Laguna), is a locally-made bun fortified with micronutrients such as zinc, iron, iodine, calcium, vitamin A, and folic acid.
It was launched last year as Laguna’s nutrition program for pregnant women, lactating mothers and undernourished children.
“Maaari pong mag-request ng tinapay ang ating mga bayan at barangay para sa kanilang feeding programs or activities para sa Nutrition Month celebration,” Ramos added.
The provincial government has also intensified its milk donation drive by encouraging LGUs to avail of its human milk bank which can be used by infants 0-2 months old.
The PNAO-Laguna said it will continue to support partner agencies in planning and implementing their nutrition programs. This year’s Nutrition Month theme is dubbed “Healthy Diet, Gawing Affordable for All.” (AM/PIA-4A)
