Simplifying nutrition education for kids

MANILA, Philippines - Laki Sa Gatas, the nutrition education advocacy program initiated by Bear Brand Powdered Milk Drink, has made it easier for schoolchildren to understand and practice good nutritional habits.

The program achieves this by introducing schoolchildren to the three basic food groups — the Go, Grow, and Glow foods.

“Laki Sa Gatas tries to simplify nutrition education through teaching the Go, Grow, and Glow foods and how they help children in achieving good health and normal growth. This lesson is also often used by elementary teachers in teaching health and wellness,” said Jasmin Estacio, consumer marketing manager of Bear Brand Powdered Milk Drink, after her talk at the San Joaquin Elementary School in Pasig.

Laki Sa Gatas also treats schoolchildren to other exciting activities that intend to teach proper nutrition. Bear Brand mascots Mama Bear and Kuya Bear also help in entertaining and educating schoolchildren.

In the Mothers’ Session of Laki Sa Gatas, parents are encouraged to always prepare Go, Grow, and Glow foods which give different health benefits. Participants are given leaflets, meal planners, and other materials that they can use as guide in preparing balanced meals.

Initiated by Bear Brand Powdered Milk Drink, Laki Sa Gatas has taught more than 1.3 million schoolchildren the value of proper nutrition and milk drin