Salcedo Municipal Nutrition Action Office

10/04/2026

When buying cabbages, select ones that have compact and firm heads. There should only be a few loose outer leaves. Try not to buy pre-cut cabbages for maximum nutritional content.

31/03/2026

21/03/2026

✨ Food is Medicine | How Nature Nourishes & Heals the Body 🌿
🍎 Food is Medicine! Nature has provided us with foods that look like the organs they heal.
Discover how different fruits and vegetables nourish specific parts of our body naturally. 🥦
🔹 Pineapple = Joints Support
🔹 Carrot = Eye Health
🔹 Pomegranate = Blood Purifier
🔹 Sweet Potato = Pancreas Support
🔹 Tomato = Heart Health
🔹 Ginger = Stomach Health
🔹 Walnut = Brain Function
🔹 Grapes = Healthy Lungs
🔹 Beetroot = Liver Detox
🔹 Beans = Kidney Health
💡 Start including these natural foods in your diet for better health and healing.

21/03/2026

Planadong pagbubuntis!

𝐒𝐢 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐛𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬 🤰🏻

Hey, sis. Nasa bucket list mo na ba ang magbuntis this 2026? This guide might be for you!

Preconception nutrition is essential for preparing for pregnancy. Getting a woman’s body ready before pregnancy helps improve fertility, supports a healthy pregnancy, and predicts better post-pregnancy outcomes.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁:
• Fill your plate with grains, vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins to support the demands of pregnancy. Follow Pinggang Pinoy for proper portion sizes.
• Take folic acid, iron, and calcium supplements as advised by your primary healthcare provider.
• Schedule preconception check-ups at the nearest health center.
• Maintain a normal pre-pregnancy weight to improve fertility and pregnancy outcomes.

A planned pregnancy starts with healthy habits. Begin making better food and health choices today for a healthier future for both mother and baby 💜

Small daily choices today can help Concepcion and every future mom build a healthier foundation for pregnancy and a brighter start for the baby. ✨🤰🏻




Written by Nutrition Officer II Jim Andrei Victoria and RNPC Milagros Elisa Federizo

02/03/2026

Totoo ba na kailangan ang buong pamilya para lumaking malusog at masigla si baby? 👨🏻👶🏼

Alamin sa post na ‘to kung paano nagiging mahalagang bahagi si Tatay sa ikalawang taon ng buhay ni Baby!

Sa bawat bonding moment, oras ng laro, at paggabay ni Tatay, mas napapalakas ang tiwala sa sarili, kakayahan, at mabuting asal ni Baby. Ang simpleng yakap, tawanan, at presensya ni Tatay ay may malalim na epekto sa emosyonal, mental, at pisikal na pag-unlad ng bata.

Kapag nagkakaisa sina Nanay, Tatay, at ang buong pamilya sa pag-aaruga at paggabay, mas nagiging matatag ang pundasyon ng kinabukasan ni Baby.

I-tag na ang mga tatay na laging present sa journey ni Baby! 🫂

12/02/2026

Ang unang oras pagkatapos ipanganak at ang unang 6 na buwan ay kritikal para sa breastfeeding. 🤱🏻

Kaya’t siguraduhing alam mo ang mga dapat iwasan upang masigurong nakakakuha si baby ng pinakamagandang simula sa buhay.

May natutunan ka ba sa post na ‘to? 🤔 I-share mo na rin ito para sa iba pang mommies!

11/02/2026

This month is all about showing our hearts some love! ❤️ Let's chat about the superfoods that help keep our ticker in tip-top shape. Think vibrant berries, leafy greens, and those amazing omega-3 packed fish 🐟. Don't forget to include plenty of whole grains in your meals for that extra heart-healthy boost! Making smart food choices is a delicious way to invest in our well-being. Let's make this Cardiovascular Awareness Month a heart-healthy celebration!

07/02/2026

February is Philippine Heart Month ❤️

To cultivate a heart-healthy lifestyle, eat nutrient-dense, fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans, and lean meats while limiting ingredients with too much salt and saturated fat.

Other heart-healthy practices are avoiding smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages, exercising daily, and managing stress.

19/01/2026

Let us discuss Mass Deworming Month. It is a very important time to focus on our health and help prevent malnutrition. Taking care of our internal health is essential to feeling our best, and good hygiene is closely related to that. Consider it a tune-up for your body to ensure everything functions optimally. Our collective efforts contribute to a healthier community for everyone. Let us strive to make this a successful Mass Deworming Month.

13/01/2026

January is National Deworming Month!
Ating pangalagaan ang kalusugan ng bawat isa.

🌟 Siguraduhing makilahok sa deworming program upang maprotektahan ang mga bata laban sa mga impeksyong dulot ng bulate.. 👶💪

🤝 Sama-sama tayo para sa malinis na kapaligiran at tamang sanitasyon, kaya naman let’s do the W.O.R.M.S.

Protektahan ang ating pamilya laban sa impeksyon sa pamamagitan ng edukasyon 📚, deworming 💊, at wastong kalinisan 🧼.

02/01/2026

To achieve true prosperity, one must prioritize their well-being above all else. A sound mind and body are the most valuable assets one can possess. Cultivating healthy habits such as mindful eating and regular physical activity forms the foundation of this wealth. Furthermore, incorporating practices like meditation can significantly enhance mental clarity and emotional resilience. Ultimately, investing in your health is the most profound and rewarding investment you can make.