According to Asec. Dayanghirang, nutrition programs and interventions could be scaled up and overall holistic development could be ensured by adopting a multi-sectoral approach, which is essential in providing proper nutrition in early childhood. She added that while it is the primary responsibility of parents to nurture their children, society has a role to play in ensuring that all children grow up to be productive members of our society. She concluded that children have the right to proper nutrition, just as they do to adequate food.

Author: OED – Pam Pescador