Overview:
The Gulf Nutrition Week is held in March every year. It is concerned with spreading awareness related to culture of the balanced healthy food among members of society. Also, making sure of eating iron-rich foods in the daily diet to reduce risk of iron deficiency in the body.
Objectives:
- Awareness of the culture of healthy, balanced food, and the importance of iron therein.
- Adherence to educate the community on damage and symptoms of iron deficiency in the body.
- When to visit a doctor or specialist to get the appropriate treatment.
Topic:
Iron deficiency in the diet
Official Date:
Globally: March 7th-13th, 2023
Locally: Shaaban 15th-21st, 1444