Malnutrition is a complex problem affected by various factors not just access to food and as such should be addressed in a more holistic and integrated manner. Malnutrition is a big problem here in the Philippines. Each year, the number of malnourished children increases. The government keeps on searching for a solution and finally found one.

            Bio- Intensive Gardening (BIG). What is BIG?  BIG is a modern technology applied to growing vegetables and garden. This is a method wherein farmers uses compost pits for their garbage disposals and at the same time to fertile the soil. The word BIO itself explains it , meaning —Natural; Eco Friendly. If more farmers use this kind of method, more money will be saved and more health would be taken care of. Why?  Usage of chemical sprays and insecticides lessen the nutrition content of a crop and come on, chemical sprays cost much more.

            The usage of this method will be very helpful for our society, especially for the malnourished. So why not solve the BIG problem with the B.I.G. method. GO GREEN!

            Saving malnourished children… Aims to lessen the burden of poverty and disease. Your help is still needed!. School system are an effective mechanism to promote nutrition education for children, parents and communities.

 

By: Vilma S. Sumaguio | Teacher III | Diwa Elementary School | Diwa, Pilar, Bataan