Following the commencement of the new academic year, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) has embarked on a campaign urging students to include fresh milk in their daily diet, citing its potential to enhance academic and cognitive performance.
Various studies have consistently emphasized the crucial role of a well-balanced diet in facilitating optimal cognitive function and academic success. In light of this, the NDA Administrator, Dr. Gabriel L. Lagamayo, stressed the importance of proper nourishment in achieving academic milestones.
“As classes resume, we urge parents to prioritize fresh milk consumption as an essential component of their child’s diet, setting the stage for a brighter academic journey,” stated Dr. Lagamayo.
Highlighting the benefits of local fresh milk, the NDA encouraged parents and students alike to integrate it into their daily diet. Local fresh milk is known to be rich in essential nutrients, including calcium, protein, and vitamins crucial for brain development and overall well-being.
To promote this initiative, the NDA has actively collaborated with the education department to execute the School-Based Milk Feeding Program. This program aims to provide a consistent supply of local fresh milk from NDA-assisted cooperatives, thereby supporting the livelihoods of local dairy farmers while ensuring the quality of fresh milk consumed by children.
According to Dr. Lagamayo, local dairy farmers are fully prepared to meet the demands of the Department of Education. “Our goal is to raise a new generation of fresh milk drinkers, children who can benefit from the nutritional rewards provided by fresh milk consumption,” he added.
The NDA’s campaign to encourage fresh milk consumption among students highlights the significant impact of proper nutrition on academic performance. By incorporating fresh milk into their daily diet, students can maximize their cognitive abilities and pave the way for educational success. The NDA’s commitment to supporting local dairy farmers further reinforces their mission to provide quality fresh milk to students nationwide.
