Hyderabad: HNA Council formed to promote healthier society
Coordinator, Dr. Monica Sravanthi said the council aims to transform graduate doctors into Health and Nutrition Ambassadors (HNA), who will play a crucial role in spreading knowledge about health and nutrition in the society.
Hyderabad: Aiming for a healthier society, the National Millets Media Portal has launched the Health and Nutrition Ambassador (HNA) Council with 50 doctors and plans to expand the council with 1,000 doctors by the year-end.
Coordinator, Dr. Monica Sravanthi said the council aims to transform regular graduates into Health and Nutrition Ambassadors (HNA), who will play a crucial role in spreading knowledge about health and nutrition in the society.
At a press meet here on Thursday, Chairman of the National Millets Media Portal, Srinivas Sarakadam shared plans to expand the HNA Council to 1,000 doctors by the end of this year and said it will include professionals from Naturopathy, Allopathy, and Ayurveda.
He also announced the upcoming launch of the HNA Council community portal next month, where doctors will contribute articles, health tips, and nutrition insights, offering members deeper knowledge in health and nutrition. Several doctors, including Dr. Akhilaja, Dr. Shaik Mohammed Tabrez, Dr. Sravani Santhoshi, Dr. Srikanth, Dr. Gayathri, also participated in the media interaction.
To become an HNA, candidates must have a regular degree from any discipline and they will undergo a 20-session training program led by doctors. Interested individuals can contact 8500384791 or register at www.hnacouncil.com.
Focus areas of the HNA council:
• Understanding Dietary Requirements
• The Role of Millets in Preventing Chronic Diseases
• Effective Meal Planning with Millets
• Cooking Techniques for Nutritious Meals
• Understanding Food Labels and Nutritional Information
• Health Implications of Processed vs. Whole Foods
• Developing Balanced Diet Plans
• Managing Weight with Healthy Eating Habits
• Addressing Common Nutritional Deficiencies
• The Science of Metabolism and Digestion
• Practical Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget
• Importance of Hydration and Fluid Intake
• Understanding Supplements and Vitamins
• Building Healthy Eating Habits for Families
• Strategies for Community Nutrition Education
• Evaluating the Impact of Dietary Changes