ദേശീയ പോഷൺ പഖ്വാഡ annually conducts comprehensive health care for women, children, and adolescents. This year’s eighth edition runs from April 9 to 23, focusing on maximizing brain development in children’s first six years. Mothers and infants must ensure proper nutrition during this critical phase.
Small children’s brain development improves through play-based learning. Parents and teachers should reduce children’s excessive screen time on TVs, mobiles, and other devices. Strengthening Anganwadi services requires active community participation.
A healthy mother gives birth to a healthy child. Adolescent girls need nutrient-rich diets. Pre-pregnancy health must be prioritized to avoid issues like anemia, underweight, or obesity. Early brain and spinal cord formation begins in pregnancy’s first weeks.
Consuming folic acid tablets, iron-rich foods, carbohydrates, iodized salt, fish, and legumes supports brain development. The first two years post-birth see 80-90% brain growth. Exclusive breastfeeding for six months is crucial, followed by gradual complementary feeding.
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