According to Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the DOST, at least 5 million children are malnourished in the Philippines. It’s a staggering number that shows the issue is closer to home than we think.
Wanting to take urgent action, Knorr, a brand committed to enhancing Filipino meals, started its “Lutong Nanay” Nutrition Program in various barangays and communities nationwide. In the fight against malnutrition, Knorr promotes the importance of healthy meals prepared by moms for their kids.
Knorr partnered with Kabisig ng Kalahi for the Metro Manila leg of the initiative, to build a sustainable nutrition program that goes beyond simply distributing food. With simple, easy to follow, healthy meals, moms also learn to provide their kids with delicious and nutritious dishes.
Knorr recently visited two barangays in Smokey Mountain, Barangay 101 and Barangay 128, with its ambassadors. Dimples Romana, Danica Sotto-Pingris and Sari Jorge joined forces to help educate moms and children the importance of a healthy diet for the family. Over a meal of afritada, they also shared their personal experiences, cooking secrets and how they entice their kids to eat a healthy, balanced meal with the help of Knorr.
“It was a beautiful experience na makasama ang katulad kong Knorr Lutong Nanay moms together with our children in sending out a message to all the other Filipino moms like us to join in our fight against malnutrition,” said Dimples Romana.
Meanwhile, ambassadors Carmina Villaroel and Chesca Kramer joined Knorr at the Cardinal Sin Village. Mothers and children collectively learned the importance of a vigorous diet for the family. The program was a good exchange of insights, experience and learnings not only from the ambassador, but from resident mothers as well.
“Feeding our families nutritious food doesn’t have to be expensive. What’s important is that we give them a well-balanced meal every day,” says Carmina Villaroel.
As the theme of sharing experiences and learnings continued, one mother shared, “Ngayon, kaya ko nang magluto ng pagkain na hindi lang masarap, masustansya pa.” Another participant shared how she realized the importance of preparing healthier meals for her family by incorporating vegetables in their meal plan unlike before, where they usually prepare meals with minimal consideration to nutritional value.
With the help of Knorr’s Lutong Nanay nutrition program, more and more moms are inspired, motivated and informed about how important it is to serve healthy meals for their family. It’s a long way to go but Knorr’s ongoing program is a big step towards fighting malnutrition in Filipino children.
Knorr continues to empower Filipinos to cook flavorful, nutritious and affordable meals everyday. It emphasizes that moms are the pillars to help alleviate malnutrition. Together, Knorr’s Lutong Nanay dishes and moms can diminish this issue that affects so many Filipinos, one mom-cooked meal at a time.
To take an active role in alleviating malnutrition, join Knorr and its partners for the first Lutong Nanay Nutrition Program Food Fair:
Knorr Lutong Nanay Food Fair
Saturday, 24 October 2015 at 4:30 PM
Mercato Centrale, 7th Ave cor. 25th St.
Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Proceeds will go to the Knorr Lutong Nanay Nutrition Program and its partners, World Food Program and Kabisig.
To know more about this cause and join us in helping alleviate malnutrition in the Philippines, visit www.knorr.com.ph and follow Knorr Philippines on social media:
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Get ready for the latest indulgent and mouth-watering treat in town - the NEW Magnum White Chocolate Almond.
Magnum heralded the arrival of the country’s first white Belgian chocolate ice cream creation through the biggest white takeover the metro has seen. The celebrations kicked off last September 30 with a White Party attended by the Philippines’ top celebrities and influencers. Here, Magnum introduced its newest and finest Belgian chocolate creation that’s made of rich vanilla ice cream covered in thick cracking white Belgian chocolate and almond pieces.
Magnum’s white celebration continues through a takeover of malls around the metro. On October 4, Magnum will takeover SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura, Glorietta 1, Trinoma, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Galleria, Eastwood Mall, Ayala Fairview Terraces, Alabang Town Center, and UP Town Center by storm by giving consumers who come by the chance to be the very first to try Magnum’s newest flavor. Once the clock strikes 4pm, ice cream fans will get a chance to indulge in Magnum’s White Chocolate Almond together with their favorite Magnum ambassadors and dance to the beats of the hottest DJs in town.
“Magnum has always been about celebrating pleasure and indulging yourself after a hard day’s work. With the launch of Magnum White Chocolate Almond, Magnum once again presents its pleasure seekers a new way to reward themselves – an indulgent flavor that is just so different from our current range,” said Magnum Brand Manager, Andrea Huang.
Magnum White Chocolate Almond will be available nationwide on October 5 in all leading supermarkets and convenience stores.
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