Abstract
Recognizing the nutrition problems among Filipino school children, this study was undertaken to assess the nutritional status of PNU students to create a University nutrition program. Respondents were Grades 1 to 10 pupils and 15% of the college population. Body Mass Index (BMI), eating patterns, eating habits, and nutrition knowledge were measured. The body mass index show that 43% of the grade school respondents and at least 60% of the college respondents are of normal weight. There is preponderance of overweight to obesity among pupils, while 30% among college respondents weigh below normal to severe thinness. Lunch is the most regularly taken meal. Food consumption is below the required serving set by the National Nutrition Council and the World Health Organization. The respondents scored moderate to high in the nutrition knowledge survey. Recommendations include the launching of a breakfast program, “no junk food” policy, and the distribution of nutrition tips to parents.
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