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REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMME FOR SEPTEMBER 2017

(North Goa)

1. DATE: 1st September 2017

PLACE: Antenatal OPD, (Candolim PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: MRS ZHENYA D’LIMA LOBO (NUTRITION OFFICER)

A Nutrition education programme was conducted during antenatal OPD, Candolim PHC, for the

pregnant mothers. The nutrition officer delivered lecture on importance of nutrition during

pregnancy and lactation period. Topics highlighted were balanced diet, healthy eating habits,

importance of healthy breakfast, water, postnatal care, micronutrients important during pregnancy

and lactation (iron and calcium) deficiencies and food sources. Also importance of breastfeeding

and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions of breastfeeding, initiation of

breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, expression of breast milk, hygiene during breastfeeding

were discussed. Preparation of homemade complimentary foods for infants and lactogenic foods

which help to increase the supply of breast milk were discussed. Homemade cerelac recipe was

explained to the beneficiaries. The session was attended by 33 mothers. The PHN and RMNCH+A

counselor were present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to

which their queries were answered.

2. DATE: 01st

September 2017

PLACE: GPS Vithalapur,Karapur (Sanquelim PHC)

CONDUCTED BY: MRS VAIDEHI JOSHI (ASST. NUTRITION OFFICER)

A nutrition education programme was conducted during the “Natiional Nutrition Week 2017” at

GPS Vithalapur, Karapur, for students of standard 1st- 4

th. In view of educating them about

importance of nutrition since they are in the childhood phase and this is a very crucial period for

their healthy growth and development and thus require special attention to macro as well as micro

nutrients, the assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on balanced diet for children, healthy eating

practices, vitamin A, importance of water, healthy breakfast, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle

diseases. A total of 150 students and 9 teachers were present. It was an interactive session where the

audience asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

3. DATE: 4th

September 2017

PLACE: Carona Anganwadi, (Aldona PHC)


In view of National Nutrition week a nutrition education programme was conducted along with the

ICDS Mapusa sector and Aldona PHC at Carona anganwadi, for the mothers of children. The

nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance diet for children,

adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were importance of water,

importance of breakfast, healthy eating habits in children and the deficiencies and sources of

important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and associated lifestyle diseases,

preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP provided to the beneficiaries

and homemade cerelac recipe. Ayush M/O from the PHC spoke on corrective eating habits. A

recipe competition was conducted where the mothers had to prepare a nutritious recipe on chana dal

and prizes were given based on taste, cost and nutritive value. Total 23 mothers participated in the

competition. EE, PHN and LHV from the PHC and Mukhya Sevika from the Mapusa sector were

present. The session was attended by 27 mothers. It was an interactive session where the audience

also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

4. DATE: 04th

September 2017

PLACE: Baherilwada Anganwadi,Keri (Sanquelim PHC)


In view of “National Nutrition Week 2017”, the ICDS Block Sattari has organized nutrition at

Baherilwada Anganwadi, Keri, for the mothers of preschool children. The assistant nutrition officer

gave a talk on importance of nutrition based on the nutrition week theme- “Optimal infant and young child

feeding practices - for better child health”. Other topics highlighted were balanced diet for children,

adolescents ,pregnant and lactating mothers, importance of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding and its

benefits for mother and child, weaning foods, homemade cerelac powder, importance of water, breakfast, the

deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron and calcium, deworming of children, ill effects of

junk food and lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to improvised and increase the nutritional value of a recipe

were also touched upon. The session was attended by 8 mothers of different age groups. Also Mukhyasevika

from sattari ICDS block spoke on gave ideas on how to make nutritious recopies using locally available

foods. ANM from (Keri) Parye sub centre, 16 anganwadi workers from Keri, Parye and Morle area were

present. The ladies attending the session were instructed to prepare nutritious recipes for a recipe competition

which were judged by the assistant nutrition officer and Mukhyasevika based on the following criteria-Taste

and presentation, cost and local availability, nutritive value. Out of 8 recipes, best 3 recipes were chosen as

the winners. The participants were also advised on how to improvise the recipes nutritionally after the prize

distribution. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their

queries were answered.

5. DATE: 5th

September 2017

PLACE: Police quarters Anganwadi, (Porvorim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Police quarters, Porvorim anganwadi, for the

mothers of children. The nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance

diet for children, adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were

importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients like iron

and calcium, healthy eating habits in children, ill effects of junk food and associated lifestyle

diseases, preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP provided to the

beneficiaries and homemade cerelac recipe. The MPHW (M) from Penha de France subcentre was


also asked many questions to which their queries.

6. DATE: 05th

September 2017

PLACE: Village Panchayat Hall, Mayem (Mayem PHC)


In the view of “National Nutrition Week 2017”, the ICDS Block Bicholim has organized nutrition for

the mothers at Village Panchayat Hall, Mayem, in collaboration with PHC Mayem. The assistant

nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition based on the nutrition week theme- “Optimal infant

and young child feeding practices - for better child health”. Other topics highlighted were balanced diet for

children, adolescents ,pregnant and lactating mothers, importance of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding

and its benefits for mother and child, weaning foods, home made cerelac powder, importance of water,

breakfast, the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron ,vitamin A and calcium, deworming of

children, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to improvised and increase the

nutritional value of a recipe were also touched upon. The session was attended by 15 mothers of different

age groups. The Medical Officer I/C, Ayush doctor, Extension educator and LHV from Mayem PHC,

Sarpanch from Mayem panchayat, 2 mukhyasevikas from Bicholim ICDS block, 15 anganwadi workers

from (Bicholim and Mayem area) were present. The ladies attending the session were instructed to prepare

nutritious recipes based on ragi preparation for a recipe competition which were judged by the assistant

nutrition officer, medical officer, extension educator, ayush doctor and mukhyasevikas based on the

following criteria-Taste and presentation, cost and local availability, nutritive value. Out of 19 recipes, best 3

recipes were chosen as the winners. The participants were also advised on how to improvise the recipes

nutritionally after the prize distribution. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many

questions to which their queries were answered.

7. DATE: 6th

September 2017

PLACE: Saligao Anganwadi, (Candolim PHC)


In view of National Nutrition week a nutrition education programme was conducted at Saligao

anganwadi, for the mothers of children. The nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of

nutrition and balance diet for children, adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics

highlighted were importance of water, importance of breakfast, healthy eating habits in children and

the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and

associated lifestyle diseases, preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP

provided to the beneficiaries and homemade cerelac recipe. EE from the PHC gave an introductory

talk. A recipe competition was conducted where the mothers had to prepare a nutritious recipe and

low cost recipe and prizes were given based on taste, cost and nutritive value. Total 11 mothers

participated in the competition. The AYUSH M/O from the PHC and ANM and MPHW (M) from

Saligao subcentre were present. The session was attended by 17 mothers. It was an interactive

session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries.

8. DATE: 06th

September 2017

PLACE: Village Panchayat Hall, Velgeum (Sanquelim PHC)


In the view of “National Nutrition Week 2017”, an IEC activity was conducted on nutrition for the

mothers at Village Panchayat Hall, Velgeum. The assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on importance

of nutrition based on the nutrition week theme- “Optimal infant and young child feeding practices - for better

child health”. Other topics highlighted were balanced diet for children, adolescents ,pregnant and lactating

mothers, importance of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding and its benefits for mother and child, weaning

foods, homemade cerelac powder, importance of water, breakfast, the deficiencies and sources of important

nutrients like Iron ,vitamin A and calcium, deworming of children, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle

diseases. Tips on how to improvised and increase the nutritional value of a recipe were also touched upon.

The session was attended by 21 mothers of different age groups. The IEC supervisor and LHV from

Sanquelim PHC, Velgeum SC staff, Sarpanch and Deputy sarpanch from Velgeum panchayat, 4 anganwadi

workers from (Velgeum area) were present. The ladies attending the session were instructed to prepare

nutritious recipes for a recipe competition which were judged by the assistant nutrition officer, IEC

supervisor and LHV based on the following criteria-Taste and presentation, cost and local availability,

nutritive value. Out of 12 recipes, best 3 recipes were chosen as the winners. Total 5 anganwadis were

participated. The participants were also advised on how to improvise the recipes nutritionally after the prize



9. DATE:7th

September 2017

PLACE: Ambedkar high School, Colvale (Colvale PHC)


An IEC activity was conducted at Ambedkars high School, Colvale for the students of 5th

-10th

standard. The nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition for adolescents, balanced

diet, healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and food sources

of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. The

Colvale H/O spoke on eye donation awareness and world glaucoma day and Vit A deficiency

and food sources. The IEC supervisor and MPHW (M) from Colvale PHC and ANM from

Camurlim sub centre was present. A total of 150 students and 5 teachers were present. It was an

interactive session.

10. DATE: 07th

September 2017

PLACE: Devlaiwada,Khandola (Betki PHC)



mothers at Devlaiwada, Khandola. The Extension educator from Betki PHC gave the introduction of the

programme and welcomed the guest. The assistant nutrition officer gave a powerpoint presentation on

importance of nutrition and balance diet for children, adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers.

Other topics highlighted were exclusive breastfeeding and its benefits for mother and child, weaning foods,

homemade cerelac powder, importance of breastfeeding, water, breakfast, the deficiencies and sources of

important nutrients like iron ,vitamin A and calcium, deworming of children, ill effects of junk food and

lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to improvised and increase the nutritional value of a recipe were also touched

upon. The session was attended by 32 members including men and women of different age groups. The

Health Officer, PHN, LHV from Betki PHC, MPHW (M) from Khandola SC, Betki-Khandola panchayat

members, RDX media person were present. The ladies attending the session were instructed to prepare

nutritious recipes based on leafy vegetables presentation for the recipe competition which were judged by the

Health Officer, assistant nutrition officer, Extension educator, PHN and LHV based on the following

criteria-Taste and presentation, cost and local availability, nutritive value. Out of 18 recipes, best 3 recipes

were chosen as the winners. The participants were also advised on how to improvise the recipes nutritionally

after the prize distribution. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to


11. DATE: 08th

September 2017

PLACE: Deulwada Anganwadi,Navelim (Sanquelim PHC)



mothers at Deulwada Anganwadi, Navelim. The assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on importance

of nutrition and balance diet for children, adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics

highlighted were exclusive breastfeeding and its benefits for mother and child, weaning foods, homemade

cerelac powder, importance of breastfeeding, water, breakfast, the deficiencies and sources of important

nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to improvised and

increase the nutritional value of a recipe were also touched upon. The session was attended by 14 mothers of

different age groups. The ANM was present from Khandola SC. The ladies attending the session were

instructed to prepare nutritious recipes for the recipe competition which were judged by the assistant

nutrition officer based on the following criteria-Taste and presentation, cost and local availability, nutritive

value. Out of 14 recipes, best 3 recipes were chosen as the winners. The participants were also advised on

how to improvise the recipes nutritionally after the prize distribution. It was an interactive session where the

audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

12. DATE: 09th

September 2017

PLACE: Our Lady of Grace High School, Bicholim PHC


Visited our lady of Grace High School, Bicholim along with school health team of Bicholim PHC.

Assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition for adolescents, balanced diet,

healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and food sources of

important nutrients like iron and calcium, importance of WIFS supplementation, ill effects of junk

food and lifestyle diseases. Also gave diet counselling to 2 students on weight gain diet for

underweight students. A total of 51 students from XB STD were present. The dentist, Ayush doctor

and ANM were present to conduct general school health check up of students. It was an interactive

session.

13. DATE: 11th

September 2017

PLACE: Vanciowado Anganwadi, Guirim (Candolim PHC)


In view of National Nutrition week a nutrition education programme was conducted at Vanciowado

anganwadi, Guirim for the mothers of children. The nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance

of nutrition and balance diet for children, adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics

highlighted were importance of water, importance of breakfast, healthy eating habits in children and

the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and

associated lifestyle diseases, preparation of recipes keeping in mind the local availability and SNP

provided to the beneficiaries and homemade cerelac recipe. A low cost recipe demonstration

namely mixed ladoos, and chikki was conducted where the Anganwadi worker and helper had to

prepare low cost recipe and the preparation and nutritive value of the recipes was explained by the

EE from Porvorim PHC. PHN and Ayush M/O from the Porvorim PHC and MPHW (M) from

Guirim sub centre were present. The session was attended by 12 mothers. It was an interactive

session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries.

14. . DATE: 11th

September 2017

PLACE: Narayan Zantye College of Commerce, Vathadev (Bicholim PHC)


An IEC activity was conducted at Narayan Zantye College of Commerce, Vathadev on nutrition,

eye donation fortnight and traffic rules violation for the S.Y. NSS students. In view of educating

them about importance of nutrition since they are in the adolescent phase and this is a very crucial

period for their healthy growth and development and thus require special attention to macro as well

as micro nutrients. The Health Officer spoke on eye donation fortnight and traffic rules violation

topics. The assistant nutrition officer gave a power point presentation on importance of nutrition

for adolescents, balanced diet, calculation of BMI and BMR to maintain proper weight for height,

healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and food sources of

important nutrients like Iron and calcium, anemia and its causes, symptoms and prevention, ill

effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. The Extension educator and RMNCH+A were present.

A total of 101 students and 2 lecturers were present. It was an interactive session.

15. DATE: 12th

September 2017

PLACE: Lobo wado Anganwadi, Tivim (Colvale PHC)


In view of National Nutrition week a nutrition education programme was conducted along with the

ICDS Mapusa sector and Colvale PHC at Lobowado anganwadi, Tivim for the mothers of children.

The nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance diet for children,

adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were importance of water,

importance of breakfast, healthy eating habits in children and the deficiencies and sources of

important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and associated lifestyle diseases,


and homemade cerelac recipe. A recipe competition was conducted where the mothers had to

prepare a nutritious and low cost recipe and prizes were given based on taste, cost and nutritive

value. Total 15 mothers participated in the competition. The IEC supervisor from Colvale PHC

gave a brief talk on the recipes prepared by the mothers. Mukhya Sevika from the Mapusa sector

spoke on the various ICDS schemeswere present. The MPHW (M) from Tivim subcentre was


also asked many questions to which their queries.

16. DATE: 12th

September 2017

PLACE: Deulwada Anganwadi, Kudne (Sanquelim PHC)



mothers at Deulwada Anganwadi, Kudne. The assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of


highlighted were importance of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding and its benefits for mother and child,

weaning foods, homemade cerelac powder, importance of water, breakfast, the deficiencies and sources of

important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to

improvised and increase the nutritional value of a recipe were also touched upon. The session was attended

by 27 mothers of different age groups. Total 3 anganwadis from Kudnem-Gaokarwada, Pethwada and

Deulwada were participated. The IEC supervisor and LHV from Sanquelim PHC, Harvalem SC staff,

Sarpanch from Kudnem panchayat, 2 GPS teachers, 1 PTA member and 3 anganwadi workers were present.

The ladies attending the session were instructed to prepare nutritious recipes based on Sprouted moong

preparation for the recipe competition which were judged by the assistant nutrition officer, GPS teachers,

IEC supervisor and LHV based on the following criteria-Taste and presentation, cost and local availability,

nutritive value. Out of 15 recipes, best 6 recipes were chosen as the winners and participation prizes were

given. Participants were also advised on how to improvise the recipes nutritionally after the prize



17. DATE:13th

September 2017

PLACE: Saligao Anganwadi (Candolim PHC)


Conducted an IEC Activity during NCD screening camp at Saligao anganwadi. Nutrition officer

gave a group session as well as individual counseling on types and causes of diabetes, diabetes

management, care during hypoglycemia, healthy eating habits, meal patterns, foods to be avoided

and included in the diet by diabetics, water, importance of exercise to control diabetes, salt

restricted diet in hypertensive patients, cancer awareness and breast cancer detection and iron

deficiency symptoms and foods rich in iron and food to include and avoid to increase iron

absorption.. The NCD camp team from Candolim PHC and the Saligao subcentre were present for

the camp.

18. DATE: 13th

September 2017

PLACE: Shri Shantadurga Primary School,Bicholim (Bicholim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Shri Shantadurga Primary School, Bicholim, for

students of standard 1st

A- 3rd

C. In view of educating them about importance of nutrition since they

are in the childhood phase and this is a very crucial period for their healthy growth and

development and thus require special attention to macro as well as micro nutrients, the assistant

nutrition officer gave a talk on balanced diet for children, healthy eating practices, calcium

deficiency and food sources, vitamin A, importance of water, healthy breakfast, ill effects of junk

food and lifestyle diseases. A total of 89 and1 teacher were present. It was an interactive session

where the audience asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

19. DATE:14th

September 2017

PLACE:Podval Anganwado, Corjuem (Aldona PHC)


Conducted an IEC Activity during NCD screening camp at Podval Anganwado, Corjuem. Nutrition

officer gave a group session as well as individual counseling on types and causes of diabetes,

diabetes management, care during hypoglycemia, healthy eating habits, meal patterns, foods to be

avoided and included in the diet by diabetics, water, importance of exercise to control diabetes, salt



absorption.. The NCD camp team from Aldona PHC and the Corjuem subcentre were present for

the camp.

20. DATE: 14th

September 2017

PLACE: Shri Shantadurga Primary School,Bicholim (Bicholim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Shri Shantadurga Primary School, Bicholim, for

students of standard 1st

B - 3

rd D. In view of educating them about importance of nutrition since

they are in the childhood phase and this is a very crucial period for their healthy growth and

development and thus require special attention to macro as well as micro nutrients, the assistant


deficiency and food sources, vitamin A, importance of water, healthy breakfast, ill effects of junk

food and lifestyle diseases. A total of 86 and 1 teacher were present. It was an interactive session

where the audience asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

21. DATE:15th

September 2017

PLACE: GPMS, Mapusa (Mapusa UHC)


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at GPMS, Mapusa for the students of 5th

-7th

standard. The nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition for adolescents, balanced

diet, healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and food sources

of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. The

RMNCH+A from Mapusa UHC spoke on personal hygiene and handwashing. School staff nurse

from UHC was also present. A total of 81 students and 2 teachers were present. It was an

interactive session.

22. DATE: 15th

September 2017

PLACE: NCD Camp,Assanora SC (Colvale PHC)


The NCD screening camp for diabetes, cancer, hypertension and anemia was held at Assanora sub centre.

NCD screening included dental check up, general medicine, breast cancer detection, RBSL, HB, PAP smear

tests and diet counseling. Assistant nutrition officer gave diet advice to diabetic patient on diabetic care ,

hypoglycemia, meal patterns, meals to avoid and include, hypertension-low salt diet advised, balanced diet,

water, and anemia –iron sources and foods to increase iron absorption , avoid junk food and also explained

about non communicable diseases. The Mo I/C from Colvale, Gynaec doctor, MO, PHC, IEC supervisor,

Assanora SC staff and other staff of Colvale PHC were present to conduct NCD camp. Total 83 patients

attended the Camp.

23. DATE:16th

September 2017

PLACE: Xelpem GPS (Mapusa UHC)


Conducted an IEC Activity during NCD screening camp at Xelpem GPS. Nutrition officer

conducted individual counseling on iron deficiency symptoms and foods rich in iron and food to

include and avoid to increase iron absorption.. The NCD team from Colvale PHC and the

subcentre were present for the camp.

24. DATE: 16th

September 2017

PLACE: Gaokarwada Anganwadi,Van (Bicholim PHC)



mothers at Gaokarwada Anganwadi,Van. The assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of


highlighted were importance of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding and its benefits for mother and child,

weaning foods, homemade cerelac powder, importance of water, breakfast, the deficiencies and sources of

important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to

improvised and increase the nutritional value of a recipe were also touched upon. The session was attended

by 13 mothers of different age groups. Total 4 anganwadis from Maulinguem area -Mayekarwada,

Harijanwada, Sateriwada and Gaokarwada Van anganwadis were participated. The ANM from

Maulinguem SC and 3 anganwadi workers were present. The ladies attending the session were instructed to

prepare nutritious recipes for the recipe competition which were judged by the assistant nutrition officer

based on the following criteria-Taste and presentation, cost and local availability, nutritive value. Out of 8

recipes, best 3 recipes were chosen as the winners. Participants were also advised on how to improvise the

recipes nutritionally after the prize distribution. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked

many questions to which their queries were answered.

25. DATE:18th

September 2017

PLACE: Shanti Vidyalaya school, Sodiem (Siolim PHC)


Conducted an IEC Activity during NCD screening camp at Shanti Vidyalaya school,

Sodiem. Nutrition officer gave a group session as well as individual counseling on types and

causes of diabetes, diabetes management, care during hypoglycemia, healthy eating habits,

meal patterns, foods to be avoided and included in the diet by diabetics, water, importance

of exercise to control diabetes, salt restricted diet in hypertensive patients, cancer awareness

and breast cancer detection and iron deficiency symptoms and foods rich in iron and food to

include and avoid to increase iron absorption. The NCD team from Siolim PHC and the H/O

were present for the camp.

26. DATE: 18th

September 2017

PLACE: Katarwada Anganwadi,Dhabdhba (Mayem PHC)


An IEC activity was conducted at Katarwada Anganwadi, Dhabdhba, on nutrition for the lactating

mothers and mothers of preschool children. The assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on importance

of nutrition and balance diet for children, Adolescents, Pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics

highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like

iron and calcium, importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother, initiation of

breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding, anemia, homemade cerelac powder, ill effects of junk food and

lifestyle diseases. Tips on how to improvised and increase the nutritional value of a recipe were also touched

upon. The session was attended by 20 mothers. MPHW (F) from Pilgao sub centre was also present. It was

an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

27. DATE: 19th

September 2017

PLACE: Petrol pump Anganwadi, Karaswada (Mapusa UHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted at Petrol pump anganwadi, Karaswada for the

mothers of children. The nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balance

diet for children, adolescents, pregnant and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were

importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like iron and

calcium, healthy eating habits in children, ill effects of junk food and associated lifestyle diseases,


and homemade cerelac recipe. RMNCH+A counselor and ANM from Mapusa UHC Mukhya

Sevika from Mapusa block were present. The session was attended by 23 mothers. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries.

28. DATE: 19th

September 2017

PLACE: GPS Harvalem (Sanquelim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted GPS Harvalem Sanquelim, for students of

standard 1st- 4

th along with their parents. In view of educating them about importance of nutrition

since they are in the childhood phase and this is a very crucial period for their healthy growth and

development and thus require special attention to macro as well as micro nutrients. The assistant


deficiency and food sources, vitamin A, importance of water, healthy breakfast, personal hygiene,

ill effects of junk food and lifestyle diseases. A total of 48 students and 3 teachers were present. It

was an interactive session where the audience asked many questions to which their queries were

answered.

29. DATE:20th

September 2017

PLACE: Ganesh temple Anganwadi, St Inez (Panjim UHC)


Conducted an IEC Activity during NCD screening camp at Ganesh temple anganwadi, St Inez..

Nutrition officer gave a group session on types and causes of diabetes, diabetes management, care

during hypoglycemia, healthy eating habits, meal patterns, foods to be avoided and included in the

diet by diabetics, water, importance of exercise to control diabetes, salt restricted diet in

hypertensive patients, cancer awareness and breast cancer detection and iron deficiency symptoms

and foods rich in iron and food to include and avoid to increase iron absorption.. The NCD camp

team from Panjim UHC and H/O were present for the camp.

30. DATE: 20th

September 2017

PLACE: GPS Vathadev, Bicholim (Bicholim PHC)


A nutrition education programme was conducted GPS Vathadev, Bicholim, for students of standard

1st- 4

th. In view of educating them about importance of nutrition since they are in the childhood

phase and this is a very crucial period for their healthy growth and development and thus require

special attention to macro as well as micro nutrients. The assistant nutrition officer gave a talk on

balanced diet for children, healthy eating practices, calcium deficiency and food sources, vitamin A,

importance of water, healthy breakfast, deworming of children, personal hygiene, ill effects of junk

food and lifestyle diseases. A total of 7 students and 1 teacher were present. It was an interactive

session where the audience asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

31. DATE:21st September 2017

PLACE: Dattaram Mantradevi high School, Mapusa (Mapusa UHC)


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at Dattaram Mantradevi high School, Mapusa

for the students of 6th

-7th standard. The nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition

for adolescents, balanced diet, healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the

deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food

and lifestyle diseases. The RMNCH+A from Mapusa UHC was present. A total of 36 students

were present. It was an interactive session.


PLACE: ANC OPD and Immunization Day ( Sanquelim PHC)


An IEC activity was conducted on nutrition at Sanquelim PHC, during immunization day and

antenatal OPD day, for the antenatal and lactating mothers and mothers of preschool children. The

assistant nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balanced diet for children

and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were iron and calcium deficiency and foods sources

and importance of water and breakfast, anaemia, postnatal care, also preparation for breastfeeding,

importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions of

breastfeeding, initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, expression of breast milk

were discussed, Preparation of homemade complimentary feeds for infants and lactogenic foods


explained to the beneficiaries. The sessions were attended by total of 35 postnatal and 20 antenatal

mothers. IEC supervisor and LHV from Sanquelim PHC were present.It was an interactive session

where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

33. DATE:22nd

September 2017

PLACE: Tembi GPS, Anjuna (Siolim PHC)


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at Tembi GPS, Anjuna for the students of 1st -

4th

standard. The nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition for adolescents,

balanced diet, healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the deficiencies and food

sources of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food and lifestyle

diseases. The IEC supervisor from Siolim PHC spoke on personal hygiene and handwashing. A

total of 47 students, 3 parents and 3 teachers were present. It was an interactive session.

34. DATE: 22nd

September 2017

PLACE: Immunization Day (Bicholim PHC)


An IEC activity was conducted on nutrition at Bicholim PHC, during immunization day for the

lactating mothers and mothers of preschool children. The assistant nutrition officer delivered a talk

on importance of nutrition and balanced diet for children and lactating mothers. Other topics

highlighted were iron and calcium deficiency and foods sources and importance of water and

breakfast, anemia, postnatal care, also preparation for breastfeeding, importance of breastfeeding

and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions of breastfeeding, initiation of

breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, expression of breast milk were discussed, Preparation of

homemade complimentary feeds for infants and lactogenic foods which help to increase the supply

of breast milk were discussed. Homemade cerelac recipe was explained to the beneficiaries.

Individual diet counseling was also done. The sessions were attended by total of 12 postnatal

mothers. 2ANMs, MPHW (M) and attendant from Bicholim PHC were present. It was an interactive

session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

35. DATE:25th

September 2017

PLACE: Sauntawado GPS, Calangute (Candolim PHC)


A Nutrition Education Programme was conducted at Sauntawado GPS, Calangute for the

students of 1st -4

th standard. The nutrition officer gave a talk on importance of nutrition for

adolescents, balanced diet, healthy eating habits, importance of water, breakfast and the

deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients like iron and calcium, ill effects of junk food

and lifestyle diseases. The RMNCH+A from Candolim PHC spoke on personal hygiene and

handwashing. A total of 47 students, 3 parents and 3 teachers were present. It was an interactive

session.

36. DATE: 25th

September 2017

PLACE: ANC OPD and Immunization Day ( Sanquelim PHC)


An IEC activity was conducted on nutrition at Sanquelim PHC, during immunization day and

antenatal OPD day, for the antenatal and lactating mothers and mothers of preschool children. The

assistant nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition and balanced diet for children

and lactating mothers. Other topics highlighted were iron and calcium deficiency and foods sources

and importance of water and breakfast, anaemia, postnatal care, also preparation for breastfeeding,

importance of breastfeeding and its benefits for child and mother, techniques and positions of

breastfeeding, initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding, expression of breast milk

were discussed, Preparation of homemade complimentary feeds for infants and lactogenic foods


explained to the beneficiaries. The sessions were attended by total of 16 postnatal mothers. IEC

supervisor from Sanquelim PHC was present. It was an interactive session where the audience also

asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

37. DATE:26th

September 2017

PLACE: Postnatal Ward, Mapusa District Hospital.

CONDUCTED BY: MRS ZHENYA LOBO (NUTRITION OFFICER)

A nutrition education programme was conducted in postnatal ward at District Hospital, Mapusa, for

the postpartum mothers. The nutrition officer delivered talk on importance of breastfeeding and

initialization of same soon after birth of the child, its benefits for lactating mother as well as for the

baby. Topics highlighted were techniques and positions of breastfeeding and post natal care,

balanced diet, iron and calcium rich foods, importance of healthy breakfast and water, lactogenic

foods which help to increase the supply of breast milk, expression of breast milk, hygiene during

breastfeeding and preparation of homemade complimentary foods for infants keeping in mind

locally available foods and SNP provided to the beneficiaries, healthy eating practices. Homemade

cerelac recipe was explained to the beneficiaries. The session was attended by 21 postpartum

mothers, 3 relatives and 8 nursing students. It was an interactive session where the audience also

asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

38. DATE: 26th

September 2017

PLACE: Our Lady of Grace Primary School, Bicholim PHC


Visited our lady of Grace High School, Bicholim along with school health team of Bicholim PHC.

Assistant nutrition officer gave diet counseling for students on weight gain diet for underweight

students, oral hygiene, and weight loss for overweight students, healthy eating habits, importance of

water, and breakfast and ill effects of junk food. The RBSK MO, Ayush doctor and ANM were

present to conduct general school health check up of students.

39. DATE:27th

September 2017

PLACE: Succoro I, (Porvorim PHC)


Conducted an IEC Activity during NCD screening camp at Succoro hall. Nutrition officer gave a

group session as well as individual counseling on types and causes of diabetes, diabetes

management, care during hypoglycemia, healthy eating habits, meal patterns, foods to be avoided

and included in the diet by diabetics, water, importance of exercise to control diabetes, salt



absorption.. The NCD camp team from Porvorim PHC and staff from Sucorro I subcentre were

present for the camp.

40. DATE: 28th

September 2017

PLACE: Immunization day-Mapusa (Mapusa UHC)


An IEC programme was conducted at Mapusa UHC during immunization for the lactating mothers

and mothers of children. The nutrition officer delivered a talk on importance of nutrition for

children. Topics highlighted were healthy eating habits in children, iron and calcium rich foods,

importance of healthy breakfast and water, lactogenic foods which help to increase the supply of

breast milk, expression of breast milk, preparation of homemade complimentary foods for infants

keeping in mind locally available foods and SNP provided to the beneficiaries, healthy eating

practices and ill effects of junk food on children. Homemade cerelac recipe was explained to the

beneficiaries. The session was attended by 18 mothers and 5 fathers. It was an interactive session

where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

REPORT SUBMITTED ON 29th

SEPTEMBER 2017

REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMME FOR

SEPTEMBER 2017 (SOUTH GOA)


PLACE: Government High School Baina I (Vasco UHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Vasco UHC

Reported By: MS MELKIZA FURTADO (NUTRITION OFFICER)

On the Occasion of National Nutrition week, an IEC Activity was conducted at Government High

School, Baina I for the students of 8th standard. Where The Health Educator and RMNCHA Counsellor

held a Quiz competition for the students on Nutrition. The students answering the correct answers were

felicitated with small token of appreciation. Followed by The Nutrition Officer delivered a power point

presentation on adolescence and importance of nutrition during that phase. Topics highlighted were

importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and balance of this in our daily

eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was highlighted. Other

topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food leading towards

lifestyle disorders of Obesity, Diabetes etc was explained. Tips on how to improvise recipes were also

discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. Sensitisation on the Program

WIFS was done encouraging the students to benefit from the same. Nutritional guidelines to be followed

during the consumption of the Iron & Folic acid supplements through balanced breakfast and avoiding

caffeinated beverages and junk food was discussed. The deworming schedule was also explained. The

session was attended by 27 students. Health Educator and RMNCHA Counsellor were present. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

2. DATE: 04th

September 2017

PLACE: Padi Anganwadi, Barchem (Balli PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Balli PHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Padi Anganwadi, Barchem

in colobration with ICDS Quepem for the local women. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on the

Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance of

consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition in

childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed, exclusive

breastfeeding up to 6 months was encouraged, locally available Galactogogues foods were discussed and

encouraged for consumption, importance of colostrum, fore and hind milk was explained. Preparation of

complementary foods for weaning infant‟s including locally available foods and SNP provided were

discussed and demonstrated. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged Topics

highlighted were importance of protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily eating.

The importance of breakfast, water and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron,

calcium and iodine were discussed. The beneficiaries were instructed to prepare low cost nutritious

recipes of which 3 best low cost and nutrient dense recipe were selected and felicitated. The session was

attended by 26 ladies of different age groups. PHN, MPHW (M) and ANM from PHC Balli were also

present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries

were answered.

3. DATE: 06th

September 2017

PLACE: Layamati Anganwadi, Davorlim (Curtorim PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Curtorim PHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Layamati Anganwadi,

Davorlim in colobration with ICDS Margao for the local women. The Nutrition Officer delivered a

lecture on the Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein

importance of consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus

Malnutrition in childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed,

exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months was encouraged, locally available Galactogogues foods were

discussed and encouraged for consumption, importance of colostrum, fore and hind milk was explained.

Preparation of complementary foods for weaning infant‟s including locally available foods and SNP

provided were discussed and demonstrated. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged

Topics highlighted were importance of protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily

eating. The importance of breakfast, water and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like

Iron, calcium and iodine were discussed. The beneficiaries were instructed to prepare low cost nutritious

recipes of which 3 best from 16 participant‟s low cost and nutrient dense recipe were selected and

felicitated. The session was attended by 45 ladies of different age groups. LHV and ANM from PHC

Curtorim were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to


4. DATE: 07th

September 2017

PLACE: Chinchinim PHC.

CONDUCTED BY: Chinchinim UHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Chinchinim PHC in

colobration with ICDS Margao for the Anganwadi beneficiaries of Chinchinim and Sazora Area. The

Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on the Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices:

Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance of consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low

Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition in childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother

and child were discussed, exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months was encouraged, locally available

Galactogogues foods were discussed and encouraged for consumption, importance of colostrum, fore and

hind milk was explained. Preparation of complementary foods for weaning infant‟s including locally

available foods and SNP provided were discussed and demonstrated. Consumption of local fruits and

vegetables was encouraged Topics highlighted were importance of protective and proteins food sources

and balance of these in daily eating. The importance of breakfast, water and the deficiencies and sources

of important nutrients like Iron, calcium and iodine were discussed. The beneficiaries were instructed to

prepare low cost nutritious recipes of which 3 best from 9 participant‟s low cost and nutrient dense recipe

were selected and felicitated. The session was attended by 15 ladies of different age groups. PHN, LHV

and ANM‟s & Staff of PHC Chinchinim were also present. It was an interactive session where the


5. DATE: 07th

September 2017

PLACE: Curchorem Panchayat Hall (Curchorem CHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Curchorem CHC


An IEC activity was conducted at Curchorem Panchayat Hall by the Community food & Nutrition

extension Unit, National Nutrition Board. On the occasion the Nutrition Officer spoke on Low Birth

Weight Infants its prevalence in today‟s era with various factors as poor maternal Nutrition, Early Age of

pregnancy, Economic factor, repeated Pregnancies, and also social taboos about Nutritious Foods. How

LBW affect the childhood leading to malnutrition thus taking care of LBW infants with proper guidance

to the mother to breastfeed the child and hygiene and warmth, Malnutrition in Children how it affects the

child‟s growth, academic performance and other activities. Adopting correct feeding practices and other

care for reducing malnutrition. Importance of Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months and continuing

breastfeeding up to 2 years with complementary feeding was highlighted. Diarrhoea – its causes,

symptoms and ill effects were explained. Importance and benefits of ORS and preparation of ORS at

home was also discussed. Total 30 ladies were present. It was an interactive session where the audience


6. DATE: 08th

September 2017

PLACE: Housing Board I & II Anganwadi (Margao UHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Margao UHC


An IEC activity was conducted at Housing Board I & II Anganwadi by the Community food & Nutrition

extension Unit, National Nutrition Board. On the occasion the Nutrition Officer spoke on Breastfeeding

Importance., importance of Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months and continuing breastfeeding up to 2

years with complementary feeding were highlighted. Advantages of breastfeeding for the mother and the

child were discussed. Importance of Vitamin A, Iron & Iodine its deficiencies and function were

explained. Total 30 ladies were present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many


7. DATE: 09th

September 2017

PLACE: Rosary High School, Fatorda (Margao UHC).



An IEC Activity was conducted at Rosary high School, Fatorda for the girl students of 8th Standard. The

Nutrition Officer delivered a power point presentation on adolescence and importance of nutrition during

that phase. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources

and balance of this in our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and

calcium was highlighted. Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of

junk food. Tips on how to improvise recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and

vegetables was encouraged. Sensitisation on the Program WIFS was done encouraging the students to

benefit from the same. Nutritional guidelines to be followed during the consumption of the Iron & Folic

acid supplements through balanced breakfast and avoiding caffeinated beverages and junk food was

discussed. The deworming schedule was also explained. Menstrual hygiene to be practiced was also

discussed. The session was attended by 70 students. RMNCHA Counsellor was also present. It was an

interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were answered.

8. DATE: 09th

September 2017

PLACE: UHC Margao.



National Nutrition week was celebrated at UHC Margao, where the staff participated by preparing

Nutritious Recipe. 19 participants were present of which the best 3 were selected and felicitated and all the

participants were also given consolations.

9. DATE: 11th

September 2017

PLACE: Panzorconni Anganwadi, Veroda (Balli UHC).



On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Panzorconni Anganwadi,

Cuncolim in colobration with ICDS Margao for the local women. The Nutrition Officer delivered a

lecture on the Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein

importance of consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus

Malnutrition in childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed,

exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months was encouraged, locally available Galactogogues foods were

discussed and encouraged for consumption, importance of colostrum, fore and hind milk was explained.

Preparation of complementary foods for weaning infant‟s including locally available foods and SNP

provided were discussed and demonstrated. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged

Topics highlighted were importance of protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily

eating. The importance of breakfast, water and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like

Iron, calcium and iodine were discussed. The beneficiaries were instructed to prepare low cost nutritious


felicitated. The session was attended by 20 ladies of different age groups. LHV and ANM from PHC

Balli were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to


10. DATE: 12th

September 2017

PLACE: Ameeniya High School, Baina (Vasco UHC).



An IEC Activity was conducted at Ameeniya High School, Baina for the students of 5th, 6

th, 7

th,8

th 9

th and

10th Standard. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition

during that phase. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food

sources and balance of this in our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron

and calcium was highlighted. Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects

of junk food. Tips on how to improvise recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and




discussed. The deworming schedule was also explained. The session was attended by 90 students. It was

an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were

answered. RMNCHA Counsellor from Vasco UHC was also present.

11. DATE: 13th

September 2017

PLACE: Netravalli RMD (Sanguem PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Sanguem PHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Netravalli RMD in

colobration with ICDS Sanguem for the local women. Quiz was conducted for the ladies present on

nutrition in day to day life and the answering audience‟ were felicitated by the Health officer. Followed

by the Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on the Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding

Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance of consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to

prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition in childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for

both mother and child were discussed, exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months was encouraged, locally

available Galactogogues foods were discussed and encouraged for consumption, importance of

colostrum, fore and hind milk was explained. Preparation of complementary foods for weaning infant‟s

including locally available foods and SNP provided were discussed and demonstrated. Consumption of

local fruits and vegetables was encouraged Topics highlighted were importance of protective and proteins

food sources and balance of these in daily eating. The importance of breakfast, water and the deficiencies

and sources of important nutrients like Iron, calcium and iodine were discussed. The session was attended

by 23 ladies of different age groups. HO, RMNCHA Counsellor, LHV and ANM from PHC Sanguem

were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which

their queries were answered.

12. DATE: 14th

September 2017

PLACE: Carmel Higher Secondary College, Nuvem (Loutulim PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Loutulim PHC


An IEC Activity was conducted at Carmel Higher Secondary School, Nuvem for the students of 11th

Commerce & Arts. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on adolescence and importance of nutrition

during that phase. Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food

sources and balance of this in our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron

and calcium was highlighted. Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects

of junk food. Tips on how to improvise recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and




discussed. The deworming schedule was also explained. The session was attended by 64 students. It was

an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their queries were

answered .School Health MO, RMNCHA Counsellor from Loutulim PHC were also present.

13. DATE: 15th

September 2017

PLACE: St Joseph High School, Karai (Shiroda PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Shiroda PHC


On the Occasion of National Nutrition week, an IEC Activity was conducted at St Joseph high School,

Karai for the students of 7th, 8

th & 9

th standard. Where The Nutrition Officer, School Health MO and

RMNCHA Counsellor held a Quiz competition for the students on Nutrition. The students answering the

correct answers were felicitated with small token of appreciation. Followed by The Nutrition Officer

delivered a power point presentation on adolescence and importance of nutrition during that phase.

Topics highlighted were importance of energy yielding, protective and proteins food sources and balance

of this in our daily eating. Deficiencies and food sources of important nutrients iron and calcium was

highlighted. Other topics highlighted were importance of water, breakfast and Ill effects of junk food

leading towards lifestyle disorders of Obesity, Diabetes etc was explained. Tips on how to improvise

recipes were also discussed. Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged. Sensitisation

on the Program WIFS was done encouraging the students to benefit from the same. Nutritional

guidelines to be followed during the consumption of the Iron & Folic acid supplements through balanced

breakfast and avoiding caffeinated beverages and junk food was discussed. The deworming schedule

was also explained. The session was attended by 157 students. It was an interactive session where the


14. DATE: 16th

September 2017

PLACE: Demani Anganwadi (Balli PHC).



On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Demani Anganwadi, Balli

in colobration with ICDS Margao for the local women. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on the

Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance of

consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition in

childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed, exclusive









felicitated. The session was attended by 45 ladies of different age groups. PHN, MPHW (M) and ANM‟s

from PHC Balli were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many


15. DATE: 18th

September 2017

PLACE: Molcornem Panchayat Hall (Quepem PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Quepem PHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Molcornem Panchayat

Hall in colobration with ICDS Margao for the local women. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on

the Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance

of consuming nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition

in childhood., Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed, exclusive









felicitated. The session was attended by 20 ladies of different age groups. RMNCHA Counsellor spoke on

swatch Bharat Abhiyan. RMNCHA Counsellor, LHV, MPHW (M) and ANM from PHC Quepem were

also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many questions to which their


16. DATE: 19th

September 2017

PLACE: Batim Anganwadi (Curtorim PHC).

CONDUCTED BY: Curtorim PHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Batim Anganwadi for the

local women. The Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on the Theme „Optimal Infant & Young Child

Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance of consuming nutritious diet during

pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition in childhood., Breastfeeding and its

benefits for both mother and child were discussed, exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months was

encouraged, locally available Galactogogues foods were discussed and encouraged for consumption,

importance of colostrum, fore and hind milk was explained. Preparation of complementary foods for

weaning infant‟s including locally available foods and SNP provided were discussed and demonstrated.

Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged Topics highlighted were importance of

protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily eating. The importance of breakfast,

water and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron, calcium and iodine were

discussed. The beneficiaries were instructed to prepare low cost nutritious recipes of which 3 best from 9

participant‟s low cost and nutrient dense recipe were selected and felicitated. The session was attended by

12 ladies of different age groups. PHN spoke on swatch Bharat Abhiyan. PHN, MPHW (M) and ANM

from PHC Curtorim were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience also asked many


17. DATE: 20th

September 2017

PLACE: NCD Camp STD Clinic Baina (Vasco UHC).



An IEC activity was conducted at NCD camp held at STD Clinic Biana,. Wherein Medical checkups,

RBSL, BP monitoring, Breast Examination, PEP Smear were done. Nutrition Officer spoke on Diabetes,

Hypertension and Anaemia, Woman‟s health & cancer and its management and prevention through Diet,

Medicines and exercise. It was an interactive session.

18. DATE: 23rd

September 2017

PLACE: Navelim PHC.

CONDUCTED BY: Navelim PHC


On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, an IEC activity was conducted at Navelim PHC for the

Anganwadi Workers. The school Health Mo welcomed the audience followed by the Chief Guest Village

Panchayat Sarpanch address, followed by the Nutrition Officer delivered a lecture on the Theme „Optimal

Infant & Young Child Feeding Practices: Better Child Health‟. Wherein importance of consuming

nutritious diet during pregnancy to prevent Low Birth Weight Infants and thus Malnutrition in childhood.,

Breastfeeding and its benefits for both mother and child were discussed, exclusive breastfeeding up to 6

months was encouraged, Consumption of local fruits and vegetables was encouraged Topics highlighted

were importance of protective and proteins food sources and balance of these in daily eating. The

importance of breakfast, water and the deficiencies and sources of important nutrients like Iron, calcium

and iodine were discussed. The Anganwadi workers were instructed to prepare low cost nutritious recipes

of which 3 best from 20 participant‟s low cost and nutrient dense recipe were selected and felicitated. The

IEC Supervisor gave the vote of thanks. The session was attended by 30 ladies of different age groups.

PHN and ANM‟s from PHC Navelim were also present. It was an interactive session where the audience


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