The Significance of a Balanced Nutrition for a Healthy Life

The latest episode of Ranra (light) discussed the importance of a balanced diet and proper nutrition for a healthy, creative and safe life.

The program discussed points such as malnourishment, the importance of fitness for sound health and the need to establish fitness centers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the role of parents for children’s health, courses about nutrition in local educational institutions, intake of proper vitamins and proteins and diseases such as diarrhea, pneumonia, dysentery. Moreover, the program has highlighted the impact of genetically modified foods on health, adulteration in food and its consequences as well as safe drinking water availability.

Dr. Jahangir Khalil Khan, a Peshawar based Physician and Member of Health Care Commission, Peshawar, KP, took part as the studio guest in the show.

Dr. Khan said: “Malnourishment among women and children is one of the serious issues. Being more vulnerable and susceptible to various acute diseases, particularly children are also exposed to diarrhea, pneumonia, dysentery and other diseases. The role of parents and mass awareness are very important to tackle such issues.”

A radio report highlighted the findings of a recent survey, which showed a lack of public awareness about balanced diet and nutrition.

Five callers took part live in the program. They urged government and civil society organizations to sensitize public about the benefits of safe drinking water, a balanced diet, proper nutrition intake and hygiene.”

About Sabawoon
Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Federally Administered Tribal Areas. It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Marrakka covers current affairs and important regional issues along with input from the government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to and significance for youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.