ISLAMABAD, Feb 29 (APP):The Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) has organized a comprehensive training session on oil fortification for the capacity building of Nutrition International, Azad Jammu and Kashmir Food Authority, and oil mill owners here to enhance nutritional standards.
The initiative aimed to educate key stakeholders on the vital inclusion of vitamin A and D in cooking oils and ghee, emphasiz
ing their significant health benefits, said the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Spokesman, Abdullah Tabassum.
The training was attended by the representatives from Nutrition International, Azad Jammu and Kashmir Food Authority, and local oil mill owners, and the training delved into the importance of fortification in combating nutritional deficiencies prevalent in the region.
Highlight
ing the collaborative effort, the ICT spokesman revealed that Nutrition International generously provided iCheck Chroma equipment to bolster the operational capacity
of the IFA. This state-of-the-art equipment is poised to revolutionize the monitoring and enforcement of food fortification standards, ensur
ing the populace receives access to fortified an
d nutritious food items.
The Deputy Director of IFA extended special thanks to the Director of Nutrition International, Zameer for their invaluable support. Emphasiz
ing the relentless dedication
of the IFA teams, he underscored their round-the-clock commitment to ensur
ing the availability of safe an
d nutritious food options for the residents of Islamabad.
The collaboration was a significant step forward in promoting public health and well-being, setting a precedent for proactive measures in addressing nutritional challenges nationwide.
