Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition 2023-2028

ISSN

International Standard Serial Number for publications.

PPAN 2023-2028

Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition 2023-2028.

National Nutrition Council

Philippine government body overseeing nutrition policies.

Editorial Team

Group responsible for the publication's content.

Call to Action

Encouragement for stakeholders to implement PPAN.

NNC Governing Board Resolution No. 1

Official approval of the PPAN 2023-2028.

Executive Summary

Concise overview of the PPAN document.

Food and Nutrition Security

Access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food.

Pregnant and Lactating Women (PLW)

Target group for specific nutrition interventions.

Children 0-23 months

Critical age group for nutritional support.

Children 2-5 Years Old

Focus on early childhood nutrition needs.

School Age-Children (5-9 years)

Nutrition strategies for school-aged children.

Guiding Principles

Fundamental ideas guiding the PPAN formulation.

Risks and Assumptions

Potential challenges and expectations in implementation.

Publication Frequency

PPAN published every six years.

Non-profit Reproduction

Document can be reproduced for non-profit use.

Suggested Citation

Recommended format for referencing the document.

Acknowledgement Section

Recognition of contributors to the PPAN.

Stakeholders

Individuals or organizations involved in nutrition efforts.

Nutrition Building

Location of the National Nutrition Council.

Email Contact

Provided for inquiries related to the PPAN.

List of Acronyms

Compilation of abbreviations used in the document.

List of Tables

Enumeration of tables included in the PPAN.

List of Figures

Enumeration of figures included in the PPAN.

List of Annexes

Additional materials attached to the PPAN.

Adolescents

Individuals aged 10 to 18 years.

Adults

Individuals aged 19 to 59 years.

Older Adults

Individuals aged 60 years and above.

Causality of Malnutrition

Factors leading to inadequate nutrition.

COVID-19 Impact

Effects of pandemic on nutrition status.

Maternal and Child Nutrition

Framework for understanding nutrition determinants.

Nutrition Gains

Improvements in nutrition outcomes achieved.

Policy Environment

Regulatory framework supporting nutrition improvements.

Zero Hunger Initiatives

Programs aimed at eliminating hunger.

NNC Governing Board Resolutions

Official decisions by the National Nutrition Council.

Nutrition Specific Programs

Targeted interventions addressing specific nutritional needs.

Infant Feeding

Guidelines for feeding infants and young children.

Acute Malnutrition Management

Strategies for treating severe malnutrition cases.

Dietary Supplementation Program

National initiative for vitamin and mineral supplements.

Food Fortification

Adding nutrients to food products for health benefits.

Micronutrient Supplementation

Providing essential vitamins and minerals to populations.

Nutrition in Emergencies

Nutritional strategies during crisis situations.

Behavior Change Promotion

Programs encouraging healthy nutritional habits.

Overweight and Obesity Management

Programs aimed at preventing excess weight gain.

Nutrition-Sensitive Programs

Interventions addressing nutrition through other sectors.

LGU Mobilization Strategy

Local government unit strategies for nutrition.

Strategic Framework

Plan outlining nutrition goals and methods.

Theory of Change

Conceptual model for achieving desired nutrition outcomes.

Desired Output Results

Expected achievements from nutrition interventions.

PPAN Framework

Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition structure.

Regional level coordination

Coordinating nutrition efforts across various regions.

Sub-national level coordination

Managing nutrition initiatives below the national level.

Multi-Sectoral coordination

Collaboration across different sectors for nutrition.

Nutrition in Emergencies

Addressing nutritional needs during crisis situations.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Assessing effectiveness of nutrition programs.

Financing the PPAN 2023-2028

Funding strategies for the Philippine Nutrition Plan.

Financial Targets by Key Outcome

Specific financial goals linked to nutrition outcomes.

Unfunded Targets

Nutrition goals lacking financial resources.

Guiding Principles on Financing

Core principles guiding nutrition funding decisions.

Modes of Financing

Different methods to fund nutrition initiatives.

Financial Monitoring and Oversight

Tracking and managing nutrition-related financial resources.

PPAN Priority Areas

Key focus areas for the Philippine Nutrition Plan.

Implementation Plan

Detailed strategy for executing the nutrition plan.

Roles of Agencies in PPAN

Responsibilities of agencies in the nutrition plan.

NNC-member Agencies

Agencies part of the National Nutrition Council.

Nutrition Supporting Functions

Government roles aiding nutrition improvement.

Computation of Need Score

Method to identify priority provinces for nutrition.

PPAN 2023-2028 Results Framework

Structure for measuring nutrition plan outcomes.

Healthier Diets

Promoting balanced and nutritious food choices.

Better Nutrition Practices

Encouraging effective habits for improved nutrition.

Improved Access to Quality Services

Ensuring availability of high-quality nutrition services.

Enabling Environment

Conditions that support effective nutrition interventions.

National Nutrition Surveys

Assessments measuring malnutrition levels in populations.

Economic and Social Costs of Poor Nutrition

Negative impacts of malnutrition on society and economy.

Malnutrition

Violation of health rights affecting Filipinos.

Universal Declaration on Human Rights

Affirms right to adequate standard of living.

Nutritional well-being

Responsibility of individuals, families, and government.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Global goals to achieve by 2030.

UN Decade of Action for Nutrition

Focus on nutrition from 2016 to 2025.

World Health Assembly (WHA) targets

Goals for maternal and child nutrition by 2025.

ASEAN Strategic Framework

Nutrition action plan for 2018-2030.

Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2023-2028

Aims for food security and proper nutrition.

PPAN 2017-2022

Previous plan reducing child malnutrition rates.

PPAN 2023-2028

Current plan addressing all forms of malnutrition.

Stunting

Impaired growth due to chronic malnutrition.

Wasting

Severe weight loss in children due to malnutrition.

Food security

Access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food.

Chronic energy deficiency

Insufficient energy intake affecting health.

Nutrition-specific interventions

Direct actions to improve nutritional status.

Nutrition-sensitive interventions

Indirect actions improving nutrition through other sectors.

Multi-sectoral nutrition interventions

Collaborative efforts across various sectors for nutrition.

Local Nutrition Action Plans

Plans tailored for local government nutrition strategies.

Evaluation of outcomes

Assessment of PPAN's effectiveness and impact.

Financial support priority

Focus on areas with high malnutrition needs.

Results and Resource Framework

Plan for monitoring and resource allocation.

Implementation Plan

Detailed strategy for executing the PPAN.

NNC Secretariat

Body responsible for overseeing nutrition policy implementation.

NNC Secretariat

Responsible for coordinating nutrition initiatives in the Philippines.

Results and Resource Framework

A structured plan outlining goals and resources needed.

Implementation Plan

Detailed strategy for executing the nutrition framework.