NMC Healthcare participated as exclusive healthcare partner in the Skills4life 2012 Summer Program of Vocational Education Development Centre (VEDC) and Secondary Technical School, Al Shahama.
Studies have indicated that when it comes to childhood obesity, it typically comes down to two culprits: inactivity and junk food and children are developing unhealthy dietary patterns which may lead to obesity and other complications in later life.
The event on the second day highlighted the importance of healthful eating and physical activity across the life. The activities comprised of fun games, exercise, lectures, live cooking demonstration etc. in a simple and fun way for children to learn about nutrition and better health.
The exercise physiotherapist from NMC Healthcare highlighted through fun play method the concept of healthy living and wellbeing and spread awareness about the benefits of a healthy diet and moderate physical activity on a regular basis.
The nutritionist from BiteRite – the healthy eating outlet from NMC Healthcare emphasized through her presentation that it is very important to establish the foundation for healthy diets early in life when eating habits and preferences are being formed.
The chef from BiteRite, through live demonstration showed that simple dietary changes can make significant improvements in the quality of children’s diets.
The 3rd health orientation day event is scheduled for 15th Aug. 2012.