Tag: Public health philippines

Founded in 1960 by National Scientist and former Secretary of Health, Dr. Juan Salcedo, Jr., the Nutrition Foundation of the Philippines (NFP) is the country's first private, non-stock, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the nutritional well-being of Filipinos. It was conceived by a group of public health experts to promote nutrition as a vital factor in improving the health and welfare of Filipino communities.

According to the 2023 National Nutrition Survey, 23.6% of Filipino children under five were stunted, highlighting the severity of the current case of malnutrition in the Philippines. The country faces a complex 'triple burden' of undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and overnutrition, demanding comprehensive, multi-sectoral solutions.