The City Nutrition Committee (CNC) held its 3rd quarter meeting on September 24, 2024, at the CMO Conference Room, New City Hall, Malaybalay City.

The meeting was presided over by Mayor Jay Warren Pabillaran, who also chairs the committee, and was attended by CNC members and representatives.

The meeting focused on updates and key agenda items related to the city’s nutrition programs.
City Nutrition Action Officer (CNAO) Eza C. Canonigo presented several important topics, including the results of the Search for the Regional Nutrition Focal Point, the Nutrition Calendar of Activities, and the current status of Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS).

Other matters discussed were the request for livelihood assistance for the Federated Barangay Nutrition Scholar Inc., the addition of City Nutrition Program Coordinators, and a communication regarding research on the association between the Dietary Inflammatory Index (DIl) and blood pressure among public secondary school teachers in Bukidnon, presented by Ms. Lelian P. Bago, RND from UP Manila.

The meeting concluded with a productive discussion, underscoring the importance of community involvement and collaboration with partners to improve the city’s nutrition status.

The committee also laid out plans to integrate feedback and enhance future nutrition programs.

Report: Mhegan L. Dominguez, CHO-Nada