Empowering Children to Prevent Diabetes: A Focus on Nutrition Education
World Diabetes Day highlights the urgent need to address the global diabetes epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, the number of people living with diabetes has risen dramatically from 200 million in 1990 to 830 million in 2022, with a significant increase in low- and middle-income countries. Poor diet,…
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Addressing Hidden Hunger: How Schools Can Play a Vital Role
A recent report from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health highlights a critical issue: billions of people globally are consuming inadequate levels of essential micronutrients like iron, vitamin D, and zinc, leading to “hidden hunger.” This form of malnutrition impacts physical and cognitive development, particularly in children, leaving…
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Why Health and Nutrition NGOs Focus on Schools for Impact
Health and nutrition NGOs recognise that schools are powerful platforms for driving meaningful change in communities. By focusing their efforts on schools, these organisations can reach children during their formative years, shaping lifelong habits that improve health, well-being, and academic performance. Schools as Strategic Hubs for Nutrition Education Schools are…
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How School Nutrition Education Improves Learning and Health
School nutrition education plays a vital role in improving students’ health and learning outcomes. When children are educated about healthy eating habits, they can make informed choices that support their physical development and academic performance. Nourishing Schools Foundation has implemented nutrition education programmes in over 330 schools, impacting over 95,000…
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Why Climate-Smart Agriculture Matters for Rural Schools
In rural communities, schools are more than just centres of education; they are vital in building life skills that can impact students’ futures. Integrating climate-resilient agriculture into school curricula provides students with the tools to adapt to the growing challenges posed by climate change. Building Resilience in Farming Communities Climate…
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