Karachi, May 17 2012: Tetra Pak, the world leading food processing
and packaging company, recently organised a health awareness seminar titled, Best Milk Feeding Practices during Childhood. Over
250 students, senior faculty and final year medical
students at Allama Iqbal Medical College (AIMC) attended the seminar.
Prof. Dr. Javed Akram, Principal of AIMC was the chief guest
on the occasion and was accompanied by Prof. Dr. Tariq Bhatti, professor of
paediatrics and Head of Department at AIMC, Dr. Naeem Zafar, President and
Honorary Chief Executive at Protection And Help of Children Against Abuse and
Neglect (PAHCHAAN).
“Osteoporosis
is a debilitating disease but it is possible to take preventive measures at an
early age to mitigate the risk of osteoporosis in later life. A healthy diet supplemented
by regular calcium intake, through dairy products like milk, will help fortify bones
and reduce the risk of osteoporosis in the future,” remarked Dr. Javed Akram in
his keynote speech on the topic of modern trends in the management of
osteoporosis.
Dr. Muhammad Moaz, a paediatrician, speaking on the importance of milk, said “Milk is a complete source of nutrition for individuals of all age groups. It contains essential macro and micro nutrients such as proteins; for cell development and growth, carbohydrates; for energy, and calcium; for the development of strong bones and teeth,” he added.
The seminar was part of Tetra Pak’s Health
Ambassadors’ Forum series, which has already reached approximately 1,530 health professionals in Pakistan with an aim to create a deeper awareness about
the benefits of drinking hygienic and nutritious milk.
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ABOUT TETRA PAK
Tetra Pak is the world's leading food processing and packaging
solutions company. Working closely with our customers and suppliers, we provide
safe, innovative and environmentally sound products that each day meet the
needs of hundreds of millions of people in more than 170 countries around
the world. With almost 22,000
employees based in over 85 countries, we believe in responsible industry
leadership and a sustainable approach to business. Our motto, “PROTECTS WHAT’S GOOD™," reflects our vision to make food safe and available,
everywhere. More information about Tetra Pak is available
at www.tetrapak.com
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