GENE EMPHASIZES IMPORTANCE OF ADEQUATE MEALS

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The Nutrition Desk Officer, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ilorin, Mrs. Jamila Adamu Gene, while discussing "Preparation Tips for Affordable and Nutritious Meals" on Radio Kwara Midland 99.1 FM, sponsored by Kwara State Ministry of Communications, Ilorin.


The Nutrition Desk Officer, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Jamila Adamu Gene has emphasized the importance of creating adequate meals without straining household budget. 


Mrs. Gene stated this yesterday while discussing "Preparation Tips for Affordable and Nutritious Meals", aired during the Nutrition programme on Midland FM 99.1, a programme sponsored by the Kwara State Ministry of Communications.


The Nutrition Desk Officer highlighted that with proper planning and resource management, families can enjoy a diet rich in essential nutrients.


“Healthy eating is not about expensive ingredients. It’s about making informed choices, using locally available food and planning ahead”, she said.


To assist listeners in achieving this goal, Mrs. Gene walked them through a comprehensive week-long meal timetable designed to ensure adequate nutrition for all family members, with each day featuring a balanced mix of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, incorporating staple foods such as rice, yam, beans, vegetables and fruits.


The Nutrition Desk Officer also provided practical tips on food storage to prevent waste, meal portioning to avoid excess and creative ways to repurpose leftovers, encouraging listeners to implement the suggested meal timetable and share their experiences in future programmes.


*Basheer Lawal,*

Information Officer,

KWMOC.

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