Simple Menu Change Boosts Vegetarian Choices, Cuts Carbon Footprint: Study

Simple Menu Change Boosts Vegetarian Choices, Cuts Carbon Footprint: Study

A subtle tweak to cafeteria menus can significantly influence food choices while improving health and environmental outcomes, according to a new study published in the International Journal of Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity. Researchers tested the intervention across six workplace cafeterias in England, where managers replaced one meat-based lunch option with a vegetarian alternative. Prices, […]

Poshan Vatikas being set up across country to provide affordable access to fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants and herbs

Poshan Vatikas being set up across country to provide affordable access to fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants and herbs

Under various interventions taken up by the Ministry of Women and Child Development jointly with Ministry of Ayush, close to 4.37 lakh Anganwadi Centres have set up Poshan Vatikas. Additionally, so far, 1.10 lakh medicinal saplings have also been planted across some of the selected districts of 6 States. Under ongoing Poshan Maah 2022, activities […]