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Ghana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

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Ghana Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (GAND) is a body that brings together all Ghanaian nutritionists, dieticians and all other related professionals

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It's national nutrition month ๐Ÿ”ฅ Stay connected and informed! Understanding food labels is one way you can take charge of your health by making better choices. #GAND #NNM2025 #foodlabels #healthyliving

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Day 20 ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐Ÿ“Œ FOPWL: One Look= Big Insight โœ… A brief glance leads to more informed shopping. ๐Ÿ’ก Keep an eye out for labels that indicate: โ–ช High in Sugar โ–ช High in Saturated Fats โ–ช High in Sodium โ–ช High in Trans Fats #NNM2025 #GAND #FOPWL #SmartShopping

Day 20 ๐Ÿ”ฅ 
๐Ÿ“Œ FOPWL: One Look= Big Insight 

โœ… A brief glance leads to more informed shopping.  
๐Ÿ’ก Keep an eye out for labels that indicate:  
โ–ช High in Sugar  
โ–ช High in Saturated Fats  
โ–ช High in Sodium  
โ–ช High in Trans Fats  
#NNM2025 #GAND #FOPWL #SmartShopping
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๐ŸŸข Tip 21๐Ÿ”ฅ ITโ€™S NOT A BAN โ€” ITโ€™S A WARNING ๐Ÿ›‘ FOPWL do not restrict your purchasing options. ๐Ÿ’ก Knowledge is a valuable tool. Make your choices thoughtfully. #NutritionMonth2025 #GANDGhana #FrontOfPackLabels #EatSmart #ReadBeforeYouEat #HealthyDecisions

๐ŸŸข Tip 21๐Ÿ”ฅ

ITโ€™S NOT A BAN โ€” ITโ€™S A WARNING

๐Ÿ›‘ FOPWL do not restrict your purchasing options.

๐Ÿ’ก Knowledge is a valuable tool. Make your choices thoughtfully.

#NutritionMonth2025
#GANDGhana
#FrontOfPackLabels
#EatSmart
#ReadBeforeYouEat
#HealthyDecisions
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๐ŸŸข DAY 22๐Ÿ”ฅ GHANAIANS DESERVE THE TRUTH UPFRONT ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ โœ… We encourage support for the implementation of FOPWL in Ghana, advocating for transparency in nutritional information. #NutritionMonth2025 #FOPWL #HealthyGhana #GAND #TransparencyInNutrition

๐ŸŸข DAY 22๐Ÿ”ฅ

GHANAIANS DESERVE THE TRUTH UPFRONT  ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ

โœ… We encourage support for the implementation of FOPWL in Ghana, advocating for transparency in nutritional information.

#NutritionMonth2025 #FOPWL #HealthyGhana #GAND #TransparencyInNutrition
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๐ŸŸข DAY 23 ๐Ÿ”ฅ To be informed is to be empowered. Remember the FOPWL summarises the nutrient content of the food. Just a few seconds of reading can prevent health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. #NNM2025 #GAND #FOPWL #healthyliving #foodlabelliteracy

๐ŸŸข DAY 23 ๐Ÿ”ฅ

To be informed is to be empowered. Remember the FOPWL summarises the nutrient content of the food. Just a few seconds of reading can prevent health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.

#NNM2025 #GAND #FOPWL #healthyliving #foodlabelliteracy
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๐ŸŸข DAY ๐Ÿ”ฅ ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS! By nurturing a culture of inquiry, we can collectively promote transparency and accountability within the food industry. #NutritionMonth2025 #GAND #SmartChoices #ReadTheLabel #HealthyGhana

๐ŸŸข DAY ๐Ÿ”ฅ

ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS!

By nurturing a culture of inquiry, we can collectively promote transparency and accountability within the food industry.

#NutritionMonth2025 #GAND #SmartChoices #ReadTheLabel #HealthyGhana
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Understanding food labels should not be difficult for consumers.. Listen to dietitian Elorm as she breaks down the components of food labels. #NNM2025 #foodlabelliteracy #foodlabels #GAND #healthyliving

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๐ŸŸข DAY 25 TIP ๐Ÿ”ฅ USE YOUR PHONE USE YOUR POWER If you come across unfamiliar terms, consider using your smartphone to research it! Your phone is a valuable resource to help you understand complex nutrition labels. #NutritionMonth2025 #GAND #SmartShopping #HealthyLiving

๐ŸŸข DAY 25 TIP ๐Ÿ”ฅ 

USE YOUR PHONE USE YOUR POWER 
If you come across unfamiliar terms, consider using your smartphone to research it! Your phone is a valuable resource to help you understand complex nutrition labels. 

#NutritionMonth2025 #GAND #SmartShopping #HealthyLiving
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In today's episode, @recipedietitian_ explains what key and beneficial nutrients to look out for on food labels and the meaning of %DV. #NNM2025 #GAND #foodlabels #healthyliving

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๐ŸŸข Day 26 - Nutrition Tip โ€œDon't just shop, compare โ€ Take the time to compare and select the option that aligns better with your health goals. #GANDNutritionMonth2025 #HealthyChoices #NutritionMatters

๐ŸŸข Day 26 - Nutrition Tip

โ€œDon't just shop, compare โ€

Take the time to compare and select the option that aligns better with your health goals.

#GANDNutritionMonth2025 #HealthyChoices #NutritionMatters
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๐ŸŸข DAY 27 DON'T SKIP THE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS Food labels typically provide important storage guidance. Adhering to these recommendations is essential for maintaining food quality and safety. #NutritionMonth2025 #FoodSafety #ReadYourLabel

๐ŸŸข DAY 27 

DON'T SKIP THE  STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

Food labels typically provide important storage guidance. Adhering to these recommendations is essential for maintaining food quality and safety.

#NutritionMonth2025 #FoodSafety  
#ReadYourLabel
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๐ŸŸข DAY 28 ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐ŸŒŸ The Power of NO! ๐ŸŒŸ Not every snack is a good match for your plate! Letโ€™s choose wellness over the latest trends โ€” take charge of your plate and your choices! #ThePowerOfNo #NutritionMonth2025 #EatSmart #StrongChoices #GANDTips #EatWithPurpose

๐ŸŸข DAY 28 ๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐ŸŒŸ The Power of NO! ๐ŸŒŸ
Not every snack is a good match for your plate! Letโ€™s choose wellness over the latest trends โ€” take charge of your plate and your choices!

#ThePowerOfNo #NutritionMonth2025 #EatSmart #StrongChoices #GANDTips #EatWithPurpose
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Your liver is vital in metabolic processes. Support it with smart nutrition choices: Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, Healthy Fats, Lean Proteins and stay hydrated. Limit Alcohol, Sugary & Processed Foods, and Fried and Salty Meals. #WorldHepatitisDay #LiverHealth #GAND

Your liver is vital in metabolic processes. Support it with smart nutrition choices: Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, Healthy Fats, Lean Proteins and stay hydrated. Limit Alcohol, Sugary & Processed Foods, and Fried and Salty Meals.
#WorldHepatitisDay #LiverHealth #GAND
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๐ŸŸข DAY 29 Clear and accurate food labeling is essential for consumer safety. ๐Ÿ“ž Call FDA Ghana at 0302235100. Your feedback ensures that food labels are informative, precise, and safe for all consumers. #NutritionMonth2025 #EatSmartLiveWell #KnowWhatsInside #Readthelabel

๐ŸŸข DAY 29 

Clear and accurate food labeling is essential for consumer safety. 
๐Ÿ“ž Call FDA Ghana at 0302235100. Your feedback ensures that food labels are informative, precise, and safe for all consumers.
#NutritionMonth2025 #EatSmartLiveWell #KnowWhatsInside #Readthelabel
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Wondering what exactly is meant by a food product being high in, low in or free of certain nutrients? Hear from RD Fredericka she breaks them down and explains what quantities of such nutrients warrant the use of these terms. #foodlabels #GAND #NNM2025 #healthyliving

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๐ŸŸข DAY 30 Reading food labels is about gaining insight into what you consume. This enables you to make informed food choices, take charge of your health journey and apply your nutrition knowledge. #GANDNutritionMonth2025 #NutritionLiteracy #ReadTheLabel #EatSmart

๐ŸŸข DAY 30

Reading food labels is about gaining insight into what you consume. This enables you to make informed food choices, take charge of your health journey and apply your nutrition knowledge.
#GANDNutritionMonth2025  
#NutritionLiteracy  
#ReadTheLabel  
#EatSmart
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๐ŸŸข It's a wrap ๐Ÿ”ฅ As we close out #NNM2025, we remind you that understanding food labels is associated with fewer diseases, healthier diets and smarter shopping. Thank you for joining us on this journey. #GAND #FoodLabelLiteracy #EatSmart #PublicHealth #HealthyGhana

๐ŸŸข It's a wrap ๐Ÿ”ฅ
As we close out #NNM2025, we remind you that understanding food labels is associated with fewer diseases, healthier diets and smarter shopping.
Thank you for joining us on this journey.
#GAND  #FoodLabelLiteracy #EatSmart #PublicHealth  #HealthyGhana
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Our deepest gratitude goes to all our members, partners and followers online for your incredible support during #NNM2025. Your enthusiasm and dedication made a real impact in raising awareness on nutrition labels. Letโ€™s continue to build an informed and nourished nation.

Our deepest gratitude goes to all our members, partners and followers online  for your incredible support during #NNM2025. Your enthusiasm and dedication made a real impact in raising awareness on nutrition labels. Letโ€™s continue to build an informed and nourished nation.
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๐ŸŒ Theme: Prioritise Breastfeeding โ€” Create Sustainable Support systems ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ In Ghana: ๐Ÿ”น 18% of children under 5 are stunted ๐Ÿ”น Only 43% of babies are exclusively breastfed. Letโ€™s support policies, workplaces, and communities that make breastfeeding easier. #WBW2025

๐ŸŒ Theme: Prioritise Breastfeeding โ€” Create Sustainable Support systems 
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ In Ghana:
๐Ÿ”น 18% of children under 5 are stunted
๐Ÿ”น Only 43% of babies are exclusively breastfed.
Letโ€™s support policies, workplaces, and communities that make breastfeeding easier. 
 #WBW2025
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๐Ÿ“… GAND Breastfeeding Week 2025 โ€“ Day 5 Optimal breastfeeding has the potential to prevent approximately 820,000 child deaths each year. Breastfeeding is vital for saving lives. Implementing supportive policies amplifies this impact even further. #SupportBreastfeeding #WBW2025