Dear all,
Below, kindly find the press release –Salgaocar FC conduct ‘Nutrition on
Pitch’ at Chicalim. Kindly consider and publish the same in your
esteemed daily.
The budding footballing talent of Vasco, Chicalim and neighbouring
villages tackled something new on the pitch during the Salgaocar FC’s
Community Outreach Program, held at the Chicalim Village Panchayat
ground. The event 'Nutrition on Pitch' was devised by Sangeeta Jain
(Nutrition Consultant at V.M. Salgaocar Hospital) with the help of 8
Nutritionists to help the youngsters understand they cannot perform at
their peak condition unless their bodies are fueled by the nutrients,
vitamins and minerals that come with a balanced diet.
Best,
Carol Mascarenhas
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Salgaocar FC conduct ‘Nutrition on Pitch’ at Chicalim
CHICALIM: On Sunday, the budding footballing talent of Vasco, Chicalim
and neighbouring villages tackled something new on the pitch during the
Salgaocar FC’s Community Outreach Program, held at the Chicalim Village
Panchayat ground.
The event 'Nutrition on Pitch' was devised by Sangeeta Jain (Nutrition
Consultant at V.M. Salgaocar Hospital) with the help of 8 Nutritionists
to help the youngsters understand they cannot perform at their peak
condition unless their bodies are fueled by the nutrients, vitamins and
minerals that come with a balanced diet.
It was a complete afternoon of fun, games and knowledge which had
interactive activities like "Nutri-Quiz", "Nutri-Crossword" and games
like "Nutrition in a bag".
The children also showcased their thoughts about what nutrition meant
to them through a Poster Competition. Parents were enlightened about
the nutritional needs of young football aspirants and their diet to aid
better performance.
A food display table was designed to show examples of healthy snacks and
beverages that should form part of the child's diet. The importance of
hydrating with water, juices and infused drinks compared to trendy
sports drinks and different types of foods best for Pre, During & Post
training nutrition were highlighted during the information session.
"A player’s daily calories need to come from healthy carbohydrate
sources that provide energy to avoid fatigue. Protein helps build and
repair muscles, and most kids get plenty of it through a balanced diet,
while over-consumption should be avoided. Parents have to focus on their
child’s overall diet to ensure that it is balanced in all macro and
micro nutrients for healthy growth and performance for which local,
natural and traditional foods are the best option,” expressed Sangeeta
Jain.
Speaking during the occasion Salgaocar FC Vice President Swati Salgaocar
said, “At Salgaocar FC we are constantly thinking of the holistic
development of our players both on and off the field. Nutrition is one
such area where we felt there is a lot of information available, but
expert inputs are required to guide parents and children so they can
formulate a diet plan that is appropriate".
