Philippine Association of Nutrition - University of Mindanao Chapter

Happy Birthday to our 𝘼𝙪𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧, 𝙉𝙞𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙧𝙖! 💚

Just like keeping the books balanced, may you keep life balanced with good health, happiness, meaningful moments, and countless blessings. Your dedication and attention to detail are truly appreciated by the PAN-UMC family.

Wishing you a year where everything adds up to something wonderful. Happy Birthday, Nicole! 🎂💚

— Your PAN-UMC Family!

🖼️&🖊️: Irish Bayao

🍌 WHEN LIFE GAVE FILIPINOS BANANAS, THEY MADE KETCHUP. 🇵🇭

For this History Month, we are taking a closer look at Filipino food and the stories behind the dishes and ingredients that have become part of our everyday lives.

Banana ketchup is one of the most familiar products in Filipino cuisine. Its history is often connected to Maria Y. Orosa, a Filipino food scientist known for developing food products using local ingredients. During World War II, when tomatoes were hard to find, bananas were used as an alternative, eventually leading to the sweet and tangy condiment we know today.

Made with banana puree, vinegar, sugar, and spices, banana ketchup became a familiar part of Filipino meals and later found its way to Filipino communities around the world.

Its story is often remembered as one of Filipino creativity and resourcefulness, but there are also lesser-known stories about the workers and labor issues connected to its production.

This History Month, let us look beyond what is on the table and discover the history behind the food we grew up with. 🇵🇭🍌

🖼️: Glaiza Gumban

References:
Paredes, A. (2024). Banana ketchup. Gastronomica, 24(2), 32–42. https://doi.org/10.1525/gfc.2024.24.2.32

What is banana ketchup? A full guide. (2025). WellnessPulse. https://wellnesspulse.com/nutrition/banana-ketchup/

🗣 ANOTHER MIND ON THE LIST! 🤝✨

We are proud to share that two research studies from our fellow ND Students, entitled “FEEDING THE MIND, BEYOND THE TRAY: LIVED EXPERIENCES OF DIETITIANS AND FOODSERVICE WORKERS IN PSYCHIATRIC CARE” and “QUANTITATIVE ASSESSMENT OF DIETARY INTAKE AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS AMONG PERSONS DEPRIVED OF LIBERTY (PDL) IN DAVAO CITY:
BASIS FOR NUTRITION INTERVENTION PLAN” have been selected as among the entries in this year’s Philippine Association of Nutrition, Inc. Research Congress 2026 E-Poster Competition. 🧠🖼

🙌 We kindly ask for your support for our ND students by leaving a heart (❤️) reaction on this post on the official page.

👉📱 Help us also amplify this for wider reach by sharing it with your friends.

Let’s show our full support and bring home the win! 🏆🔥

HOW WAS YOUR FIRST WEEK, GA?

First week back and… what an emotional rollercoaster.
From being excited to see everyone again, catching up with friends, and enjoying the first-day vibes, to suddenly questioning “Why is there already so much to do?” 😭📚

We went from 😆 → 🥹 → 😮 → 😭 → 😡 real quick. One minute we’re having fun, the next we’re already looking at our schedules like “Is this really my life now?” 🫩

But despite all the stress, tiredness, and “academic break please” moments, it was still nice to be back and make new memories with our fellow ND students 🫶🏻
One week down, and we’re still alive! 😭✋Remember Ga, let’s just take it one day, one class, and one breakdown at a time.🍏

Here’s to more memories, more learning, more laughs, and hopefully… more tulog. 🥹💚
Welcome back, NDs! We got this! 🥗📚✨



🖊️: Sophe Genita
🖼️: Irish Bayao

OFFICIAL BSND UNIFORM GUIDE

A quick guide for all BSND students on the prescribed uniforms, proper grooming, and what to wear depending on the class or academic activity. 🥗💚

👔 TYPE A — CLINICAL/MEDICAL NUTRITION UNIFORM
Worn during regular lecture and classroom sessions, as well as clinical and medical nutrition-related activities.

🥼 TYPE B — FOOD SCIENCE AND FOODSERVICE UNIFORM
Worn during food science, food laboratory, foodservice, and other practical activities.

🏥 CLINICAL INTERNSHIP UNIFORM — 4TH YEAR STUDENTS ONLY
Worn exclusively by fourth-year BSND students during their Clinical Internship.

👩🏻 FOR FEMALE STUDENTS

• Hair should be neat and properly secured. Colored or dyed hair is not allowed.
• Nails must be short and clean. Colored nail polish and nail extensions are not allowed.
• Plain white, closed-toe shoes are required.
• Plain white socks should be worn.
• Makeup should be light and natural.
• Only simple stud earrings are allowed.
• Accessories should be simple and appropriate.

👨🏻 FOR MALE STUDENTS

• Hair should be clean, neat, and properly groomed. Colored or dyed hair is not allowed.
• Plain white, closed-toe shoes are required.
• Plain white socks should be worn.
• A white sando should be worn as the prescribed undergarment.
• Students should maintain a clean-shaven and well-groomed appearance.
• Earrings are not allowed.

📌 REMINDER:

Please wear the appropriate uniform according to your scheduled class, laboratory, or assigned activity. All students are expected to observe the prescribed grooming standards and maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance at all times.



📷: Camille Hepolan
🖊️& 🖼️: Irish Bayao

A 24-hour food recall isn't just about asking “Ano kinain mo?” 👀

It’s about remembering the little things too—coffee, snacks, drinks, desserts, and even that “tikim lang.”
Because sometimes, “konti lang” has a whole menu behind it. 🤣

✍️: Aleliahbabe Sarcauga
👩‍🎨: Nicole Segara

Today belongs to someone who has inspired countless students along the way.

Thank you for your unwavering dedication, inspiring leadership, and genuine passion for shaping future nutrition and dietetics professionals. Your guidance, patience, and commitment continue to inspire us to strive for excellence not only in the classroom, but also in the values we uphold as future professionals.

May this new year of your life bring you good health, lasting happiness, and continued success. May you be blessed with many more years of inspiring students, shaping future leaders, and making a meaningful difference in every life you touch.

Happy Birthday, Sir Sherwin! 🎉💚
-With love and gratitude, from all of us in the BSND and PAN-UMC family.

WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL, MGA GA!

The vacation is officially over… and so is our peace.

New semester, new subjects, new deadlines, and hopefully a new level of academic survival.

Charge your devices, bring your essentials, and most importantly—bring your will to survive.

Let’s make this semester worth remembering, mga Ga! 💚

📚✨ BACK TO SCHOOL ESSENTIALS ✨📚
A new school year means a fresh start, new goals, and of course... the essentials! 🎒 From your calculator and water bottle to your umbrella, mini fan, and allowance make sure you're ready to take on every class, quiz, and campus adventure.

And if you made it to the last slide... congratulations! 🍊🥑 You just found our limited edition essentials: Sharmaine and Melanie. We couldn't leave them off the list—they insisted they were required for academic success.

Wishing everyone a fun, productive, and memorable school year. Study hard, stay hydrated, and don't forget to bring your sense of humor!