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The FNRI Mandate
Secretary’s Message -----------------------------------------------------------Director’s Message -------------------------------------------------------------Highlights of Accomplishments ----------------------------------------------Accomplishments by Major Final Output -----------------------------------Generation of New Knowledge -----------------------------------------------Basic and applied researches on F&N -----------------------------------Nutritional assessment & monitoring ------------------------------------Contract research on F&N -------------------------------------------------Patents & publications -----------------------------------------------------Information & Communication Technology ---------------------------Diffusion of Knowledge and Technologies --------------------------------Commercialized technologies in support of SETUP -----------------Technology Business Incubator -----------------------------------------Technology training on F&N --------------------------------------------Provision of Quality S&T Services ------------------------------------------Technical services on F&N -----------------------------------------------S&T promotion services --------------------------------------------------S&T Capacity-Building Services on F&N ---------------------------------Financial and Human Resources ---------------------------------------------Future Directions ---------------------------------------------------------------FNRI Executive Officials -----------------------------------------------------Production Staff -----------------------------------------------------------------
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Mandate
Under Executive Order No. 128 January 30, 1987, the FNRI is mandated to:
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Define the citizenry’s nutritional status
Develop recommendations for improvement of nutrition status, and
Disseminate research findings and recommendations
Vision
Consistent with the above mandate is the FNRI’s vision of:
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Optimum nutrition for all Filipinos, socially and economically empowered through
scientifically sound, environment-friendly and globally competitive technologies
Mission
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Provision of accurate data, correct information, and innovative technologies to
fight malnutrition
Message
On behalf of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), I congratulate the men
and women of the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) for their noteworthy
contributions in the advancement of science and technology in 2007 through relevant
and timely food and nutrition researches for the betterment of the nutrition of Filipinos.
Foremost among its accomplishments is the generation of new knowledge and
technologies. The Institute continuously developed and transferred mature nutritious
food technologies. For one, pan de sal, loaf bread and buns enriched with vitamin A
through the addition of squash,combined with an iron-fortified juice drink given to school
children in Zambales, demonstrated improvement in children’s nutritional status in terms
of iron and vitamin A levels.
The successful launching of the NutritionSchool.ph, an online school for nutritionists and
non-nutritionists alike was also another breakthrough for the Institute in terms of
information and communication technology (ICT) enhancement. In close partnership
with a private food company, the school is designed to maximize the potential of
information and communication technology (ICT) in promoting food and nutrition to
various clients.
As part of the FNRI’s mandate to define the citizenry’s nutritional status, the Institute
conducted studies on strategic R&D programs, nutrition surveys, and in-depth
correlation. These studies included those on the effects of virgin coconut oil on the
endurance performance of cyclists; body composition, energy expenditure and nutritional
status of Filipino elderly; mineral availability and energy & nutrient contents of typical
Filipino diets; nutritional status of super regions; correlation of chronic energy deficiency
and metabolic syndrome among adults, and many others.
In the provision of quality S&T services, which is one of DOST’s major final outputs, the
FNRI carried out several trainings on food and nutrition, mostly in collaboration with the
DOST Small Enterprises Technology Program (SETUP) and the Bureau of Jail
Management and Penology (BJMP). The Institute also conducted several technology
fora on food fortification, Hazard Analysis Critical Contol Point (HACCP), and livelihood
trainings.
I commend the FNRI for its dedicated efforts in defining the citizenry’s nutritional status,
developing technology packages, disseminating research findings and transferring
technologies through various activities and projects as presented in this report.
I therefore, encourage the Institute to continue strengthening its partnerships with the
food industry and nutrition community in a concerted effort towards addressing
malnutrition.
Message
The year 2007 marks the 60th year of the existence of the Food and Nutrition Research
Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST) as the country’s
lead agency in food and nutrition research and development. From the time of its
creation in 1947, the FNRI of today continuously endeavored to provide sound and
effective research base for food and nutrition work. Thus, in behalf of the FNRI family, it
is my great pride and honor to present the major accomplishments of the Institute for the
year 2007.
In 2007, the FNRI conducted various projects and activities, the implementation of which
was based on the R & D and S & T framework embodied in the Institute’s investment
portfolio for 2007-2011. These projects and activities were formulated in accordance
with the Medium-Term Philippine Development Plan for 2004-2010 and the DOST’s
Seven-Point Agenda (EPA) and Major Final Outputs (MFOs).
Going by our first mandate to undertake research that defines the citizenry’s nutritional
status with reference to the malnutrition problem, the FNRI painstakingly undertook the
initial preparation for the conduct of the Seventh National Nutrition Survey (7th NNS), the
biggest of its kind since the first nationwide survey conducted in 1978. As in the past, the
survey results will serve as basis in crafting policies and programs on food, nutrition and
health relevant to the times. More importantly, the data will be used as a benchmark in
tracking the country’s progress in achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Moreover, the Institute has continued to diffuse food and nutrition knowledge and
technologies. Entrepreneurs have signed up for technology transfer under the FNRI
Technology Transfer Program for the year 2007. The program helps the Institute reach
more people with nutritional food technologies to fight malnutrition.
Strong partnerships with tri-media institutions have helped the Institute to maintain its
status as one of the most active DOST agencies in terms of media promotion and
exposure. The Institute was able to generate Php 24.5 million worth of tri-media
mileage, garnering an increase of about Php 4 million from last year’s record.
The FNRI continued to rebuild and strengthen its linkages with other institutions and the
regions through its several networks, like the Nutrition Communication Network
(NUTRICOMNET) and the Nutrition Information Network (NUTRINET). Local media
networks in Regions V (Bicol) and XI (Southern Mindanao) as well as CARAGA were
strengthened through the conduct of several media and technology fora .
The fight against malnutrition is far from over. While improvement in the nutritional status
of our population was noted from the results of the National Nutrition Survey conducted
in 2003, the emerging rise of obesity and lifestyle related-diseases has put another
dimension in our fight to prevent if not eliminate the problem of malnutrition.
We cannot say, “mission accomplished” till we achieve our vision of optimum nutrition for
all Filipinos, socially and economically empowered through scientifically sound,
environment friendly and globally competitive technologies.
Our actions in the coming years will be based on what we have accomplished so far. As
we await the completion of the 7th NNS to define our nation’s state of nutrition, we shall
continue to develop and recommend policy options, strategies, programs and projects
that will address the problem of what we now call “double burden malnutrition”. We will
likewise persevere to develop our knowledge and competencies to keep abreast with
new developments in our field of expertise to better face upcoming challenges.
With this, I congratulate the FNRI staff for their dedication and commitment for a job well
done, and I would like to acknowledge our mother-agency, the DOST and our partners
for their continual support.
Highlights of
Accomplishments
In 2007, the FNRI successfully completed 34 research and development (R&D) and
science and technology (S&T) projects and activities in line with DOST’s Major Final
Outputs (MFOs). These MFOs include: (a) generation of new knowledge (b) diffusion
of knowledge and technologies and (c) provision of quality S & T services.
Generation of New Knowledge
The Institute's R & D agenda in 2007 consisted of projects classified under several
programs:
A. Basic and applied researches on food and nutrition
1. Food Fortification Program to Combat Micronutrient Deficiencies
Nutrijuice, an orange-flavored non-carbonated drink fortified with vitamins A and C,
iron, zinc and lysine was developed in partnership with the Coca-Cola Export
Corporation (TCCEC) and the Coca-Cola Foundation, Incorporated (CCFI). A 200 mL of
the fortified juice packed in laminated aluminum foil was found microbiologically safe and
has a shelf-life of 10 months under simulated market condition.
2. Functional and Nutritional Food Product Development Program
FNRI developed functional food products like pan de sal, high-fiber cookies and
extruded snack curls with maximum coconut flour content. Sensory evaluation and shelflife studies were done for these products. Production of extruded snack curls required
the highest capital investment but it had the highest return of investment at 66% and the
lowest payback period of 1.51 years.
A study of virgin coconut oil (VCO) among trained, apparently healthy male elite
Filipino cyclists showed that VCO as a supplement in the pre-event meal of the cyclists
did not show acute effect on endurance performance of this group.
3. Program for Development of Tools and Standards
A study among female older persons revealed a wide gap between energy intake
and energy expenditure. The study also showed that the FAO/WHO/UNU equation
method for determining energy expenditure was not comparable with the doubly labeled
water(DLW) technique using stable isotopes.
A study compared the energy and nutrient contents of 14 one-day sample menus
obtained using direct laboratory analysis method and Philippine Food Composition
Tables (FCT)-based calculations. Significant differences were noted in amounts for
energy, vitamin A-retinol and vitamin C (but not for protein) using the two methods.
Total energy levels were higher in 13 one-day menus using direct measurement than by
calculations; chemical analysis of retinol content of 12 one-day menus were higher than
calculated values.
A study designed a simple graphic representation to visualize amounts of food items in
household measures equivalent to the Recommended Energy and Nutrient Intakes
(RENI). Six brochures containing sets of menus from the RENI-adequate one-day
menus were developed specifically for all age groups. The brochures also included
nutrition tips appropriate for each group to guide planning healthy family meals.
The FNRI developed the 2008 FNRI Menu Guide Calendar with the theme "Healthy
menu guide for today's lifestyle". The calendar featured 12 monthly 7-day cycle menus
and 12 standardized recipes highlighting healthy ingredients, with energy, protein,
calcium, iron, vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin C contributions stated per
serving size. It likewise included tips on healthy lifestyles, facts on fats, oil and sodium,
caloric values of foods, information on exercise and food energy equivalents.
Thirteen (13) new sets of Manuals of Operations of frequently-used equipment and
machineries were prepared. These will serve as handy and practical guides in the food
production activities of the FNRI Pilot Plant and in the operation of similar equipment and
machineries in the regions by adoptors of FNRI-developed food technologies.
4. Program to Address the Increasing Incidence of Food-borne Diseases and Demand
for Quality and Safe Food, Food Products and Water
A study examined the free glutamate content of foods consumed in rural (Laguna)
and urban (Taguig City) areas and the potential/actual exposure of consumers to free
glutamate in foods and food products. Thirteen and eleven types of condiments were
found commonly consumed among Laguna and Taguig City households, respectively,
with soy sauce having the highest consumption. Consumption of food with possible
glutamate content was higher in Taguig City than in Laguna. Total free glutamate intake
from condiments per capita per day were 0.295 grams for Laguna and 0.215 grams for
Taguig City. The diet of respondents in both areas generally contained lower levels of
free glutamate than the consumption data on free glutamate intake of WHO and other
ASEAN countries.
5. Strategic Programs Addressing Normal, Under- and Over-Nourished Individuals
An evaluation of the Kineti-Kids Fitness Program, a school-based interactive fitness
program for schoolchildren that combined physical activity and nutrition-cum-health
education was done. Pilot-tested in public and private elementary schools in Metro
Manila, findings showed that integration of nutrition and health in the curriculum,
frequent exercises and implementation of indicators for healthy-weight promoting school
resulted to increased nutrition knowledge, increased dietary intake, improved nutritional
status, increased physical activity and improved physical fitness.
A study was done to assess the effects of school-based supplementary feeding utilizing
FNRI-developed food products on the nutritional status of children. The FNRI-developed
food products rich in vitamin A and iron were found effective in reducing the prevalence
of underweight and improving iron status of schoolchildren over a period of 100 days.
A cross-sectional study with some 6-9 year-old children in Taguig City determined
the bone mineral density (BMD), bone mineral content (BMC), height, weight and
calcium intake and compared the bone-related variables by gender. No significant
differences between genders and the variables BMD, BMC, weight and height were
found. Calcium intakes of the children were not significantly different but were noted to
be below the recommended calcium requirement for their age.
B. Nutritional assessment and monitoring
The nutritional status of children 0-19 years old, and pregnant and lactating
mothers were re-assessed in the 2005 updating of the nutritional status of Filipino
children and selected population groups. Results revealed an improvement in the
general nutritional situation among children and adolescents. An increasing trend in
overweight and obesity among children, adolescents and lactating women was also
noted.
A special study looked into the nutritional status of children 0-10 years old and preadolescent and adolescents 11-19 years old in the super regions which include North
Luzon Agribusiness Quadrangle (NLAQ), Metro Luzon Urban Beltway (MLUB), Central
Philippines Super Region (CPSR), Mindanao Super Region (MSR) and Cyber Corridor
(CC). Results showed that the prevalence of underweight was highest among 0-5 and 610 year-old children in CPSR and among adolescents in NLAQ. The prevalence of
underheight was highest among 0-5 year-old children in MSR and among 6-10 year-old
children in CPSR. Thinness was a public health concern among 0-5 year-old children
and was most prevalent among 6-10 year-old children in NLAQ. Overweight was
prevalent among 6-10 year-olds in CC and adolescents in MLUB. Prevalence of
overweight-for-age and overweight-for-height was highest among 0-5 year-old in MLUB
and CC, respectively.
The FNRI developed a system of assessing and monitoring the nutritional status at
the local level in order to utilize the capability of local manpower in conducting nutrition
surveys in their localities. The system included a protocol, a set of modules and manuals
of instruction and incorporated training of nutrition and health personnel by FNRI
experts.
Another study validated dietary diversity score (DDS) as an indicator of energy and
nutrient adequacy of non-breastfed Filipino children 2-5 years old.
Results
demonstrated DDS as a promising measure to approximate nutrient adequacy of
population diets in food consumption surveys.
A study establishing the reliability of estimating usual energy and nutrient intakes at
the individual level was conducted. Results showed that the adjusted estimate method
using the procedure formulated by the US National Research Center yielded more
accurate, precise and reliable usual dietary intakes.
A study on the use of small area estimation technique found that the best estimator
for the provincial prevalence of stunting among children 0-5 year-old is the model-based
estimation method which yielded the most number of accurate, precise and reliable
estimates.
In a similar study, it was found that that the best estimator for the provincial
prevalence of underweight among 6-10 year-old children is the synthetic-regression
technique.
Still, another similar study on the provincial prevalence of hypertension among adult
Filipinos using the small area estimation technique showed that the direct estimation
technique generated only 9.3% reliable provincial estimates. The study recommended
the use of other small area estimation procedure suited for variables with values which
are mostly near zero.
Five in-depth and correlation studies were done based on the 6th NNS data of
2003:
An examination of the disparities in nutritional status, food intake and nutrient
adequacy among 0-10 year-old children in male vs. female-headed households showed
that among preschoolers, the odds of being underheight is 52% lower if the household
head is female. Children, 6-10 years old, in the female-headed households, were less
likely to be anemic.
An investigation on the association of stunting with metabolic syndrome among
Filipino adults found no association between short stature and metabolic syndrome as
well as with central obesity and high triglycerides. Hypertension turned out to be
associated with short stature.
The study that assessed the prevalence and the characteristics of households
with co-existence of child undernutrition and adult overnutrition showed that majority of
households with both parents working experienced the double burden of malnutrition.
Occurrence of double burden among households increased when a household owns a
television and has a separate room other than the bedroom. Thus, households without
co-existence of under/over-nutrition fared better than households with co-existence of
under/over-nutrition. Moreover, households from bothlow and high income groups were
equally likely to experience the double burden of malnutrition.
In a study aimed at measuring inequality in food consumption and nutrient intake
among 0-5 year-old children, results showed that energy intakes increased across
income levels but adequacy was met only at the highest income level and that adequacy
in other essential nutrients was met mostly by those in the higher income strata.
The relationship of maternal employment to feeding practices among infants and
young children and the adequacy of their intakes of energy, protein, iron and vitamin A
was examined. The study concluded that mother's work status, physiological state and
education are significant correlates of infants' and young children's feeding practices.
Adequacy of intakes of energy, protein, iron and vitamin A was higher among infants and
young children with working mothers than those with non-working mothers.
C. Other related outputs
FNRI generated Php 6,114,868.59 from seven contract researches, published six
(6) scientific papers in journals and released the Philippine Nutrition Facts and Figures of
2005. Seven (7) trade marks, utility models and patents were applied for intellectual
property rights (IPR). FNRI gained seven (7) copyrights for the FNRI Nutritional Guide
Pyramids of various age groups.
There were four (4) information and communication technology (ICT) projects
implemented including the recently launched NutritionSchool.ph.
Diffusion of Knowledge and Technologies
In support of DOST's Small Enterprises Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP),
eight (8) nutritious food products consisting of Tubig Talino, soy gel, squash
supplemented bakery products (pan de sal, buns, loaf bread), canton noodles with
squash, low fat-low sugar ice cream, and nutrijuice were transferred. Agreements for
commercialization were signed.
The FNRI Technology Business Incubator (TBI) provided support to a technology
adoptor of soy gel.
The FNRI also conducted 18 types of technical trainings and fora in various
regions/provinces of the Philippines which benefited 856 participants.
Provision of Quality Science and Technology Services
The Institute was able to generate Php 809,000.00 through its laboratory and testing
services for which 223 clients were served. It extended consultancy services on food
and nutrition matters to 4,177 individuals.
The FNRI provided technical assistance to all DOST Regional Analytical
Laboratories in conformance with ISO/IEC17025,
valuated fourteen (14) project proposals submitted by entrepreneurs through the DOST
ROs for SET-UP funding, and carried out ISO/IEC audit implementation in Regions II,
VIII, XII and CAR.
For food and nutrition promotion and networking, the Institute generated a media
mileage equivalent of Php 24.57 million and
produced 123 media releases which were published by 25 publications. The Institute
also utilized the Internet, with posting in seven (7) websites. There were 68 broadcast
exposures in radio and television stations. The Institute participated in 2 exhibits and
distributed a total of 8,582 copies of information and education communication (IEC)
materials in 2007.
The 33rd Annual Seminar Series registered 598 participants coming from all over
the country.
The NUTRICOMNET strengthened local media networks in Regions V, XI and
CARAGA through media and technology fora.
Likewise, the NUTRINET, celebrated its 20th Anniversary with its annual Seminar
and Nutrifair which was attended by 719 participants and guests.
The Nutrition Training Unit (NTU) of the Institute conducted a total of 18 briefings
and 35 trainings at FNRI and in the regions which were attended by 856 participants.
There were 34 technical staff who served as resource persons in outside fora and
trainings.
S & T Capacity-Building Services on Food and Nutrition
Thirty six (36) linkages, 19 of which were with the international agencies and local
organizations and media partners were formed and sustained in 2007.
Financial and Human Resources
Total budget allocation of the FNRI for 2007 was Php 70,971,000. By expenditure
class, 73.4% of this went to personal services (PS), 23.0% to maintenance and other
operating expenses (MOOE) and 3.6% to capital outlay (CO). By MFO, 44.5% was
spent for fulfilling MFO 1, 9.0% for MFO 2 and 46.5% for MFO 3.
In addition, the FNRI was able to generate cash resources in the amount of Php
26,447,700 and non-cash resources valued at Php 6,432,000 from the DOST and other
external sources.
Four (4) technical-staff attended formal trainings abroad, three (3) of whom already
graduated. Twenty seven (27) technical staff went on formal trainings in various
universities and schools in the country, either under a scholarship grant, or on their own.
There were 20 international and 32 local non-formal training programs attended
by FNRI staff.
Accomplishments by
Major Final Output
Generation of New Knowledge
The Institute’s R&D programs continued to focus on responding to basic needs of the
poor and vulnerable groups for improving health and nutritional status. These included
programs on food fortification, food quality and safety, nutritional and functional foods.
Strategic programs addressing normal, under- and over-nourished individuals were also
conducted. Nutrition tools and standards for nutritional assessment were likewise
developed.
1. Basic and Applied Researches on Food and Nutrition
A. Food Fortification Program to Combat Micronutrient Deficiencies
A fortified orange-flavored non-carbonated juice drink or “Nutrijuice” was developed
by the FNRI in partnership with the Coca-Cola Export Corporation (TCCEC) and the
Coca-Cola Foundation, Incorporated (CCFI). The Nutrijuice was fortified with vitamins A
and C, iron, zinc and lysine.
The study was conducted to determine the
stability of vitamins A and C, iron, zinc and
lysine in the multi-micronutrient-fortified juice
drink during a 12 month-storage study
Samples from four production trials were
stored in the FNRI storage room for 12 months
under simulated market conditions (280-340C).
Two independent samples were randomly collected per production trial to determine the
stability of the fortified orange juice in terms of physical, chemical and microbiological
properties and sensory attributes.
Results showed that vitamins A and C were retained and were within the
recommended levels per 200mL, respectively, during the 12 months of storage. Iron,
zinc, and lysine contents also remained stable during storage. The fortified juice
remained acceptable in appearance, color, odor, taste, texture and general acceptability
for 10 months.
The fortified orange juice in 200 mL laminated aluminum foil pack was shown to
be microbiologically safe and with a shelf-life of 10 months under simulated market
conditions. The results of the study can be used as basis for the commercial scale
production by the industry partner. This multi-micronutrient-fortified orange juice drink
called “Nutrijuice” is a testimony to effective alliances among the public-private sectors
that are grounded on research and development.
B. Functional and Nutritional Food Product Development Program
The increasing popularity of functional foods led to the development of pan de sal,
cookies and extruded snack curls with maximum coconut flour content.
The flour made from coconut residue used in the study was produced at the FNRI
Pilot Plant. Trial formulations were conducted using different levels of substitution of
wheat flour with coconut flour. Shelf-life studies included analysis of color, moisture, pH,
free fatty acids, peroxide value, and sensory quality.
Three (3) products with maximum coconut flour substitution and which were “liked
very much” by panelists were developed: pan de sal, cookies and extruded cheeseflavoured snack curls. The pan de sal had 9.1g protein, 5.5g fat, 54.3g carbohydrates,
6.6g dietary fiber and provided 303 kcal of energy per 100g sample. One serving ( 2
pieces of 35g each) would provide 10%, 11% and 23% of
Recommended Nutrient and Energy Intake (RENI) of a
16-18 year-old female for energy, protein and dietary
fiber, respectively. The cookies produced had 8.0g
protein, 57.4g carbohydrates, 14.8g dietary fiber and
provided 541 kcal of energy per 100g sample. One
serving (3 pcs of 10g each) of the cookies would provide
22% of the recommended daily intake for dietary fiber of
Filipinos. The snack curls produced had 8.1g protein,
11.0g fat, 7.3g dietary fiber and provides 433 kcal of
energy. A 20-g serving of snack curls would provide 7%
of recommended daily intake for dietary fiber.
Pan de sal, cookies and extruded snack curls were
developed with maximum coconut flour content and
sensory acceptability and were within safe
microbiological limits. While pan de sal had a storage
life of three days when kept at room temperature, both
cookies and curls packed in laminated foil were shelfstable for 13 weeks.
It was recommended that clinical studies be done on these products to
substantiate the health claims on dietary fiber in food products with coconut flour will
have beneficial effect to human health.
The FNRI-DOST studied a group of fifteen (15) trained, apparently healthy male elite
cyclists from the Philippine Sports Commission to determine the acute effects of virgin
coconut oil (VCO) on the endurance performance of selected elite Filipino cyclists.
A cross-over, double-blind randomized control research design was employed.
Participants were screened and randomized into three groups. Group A utilized the
VCO, Group B utilized the refined bleached and deodorized coconut oil (RBDO), and
Group C was without intervention. The oils were administered orally in the amount of
two tablespoons during the pre-event meal. A two-day wash period was observed, after
which participants crossed over to the other diet, until all had undergone the three diet
treatments.
Dietary, anthropometric, clinical and biochemical, and endurance
parameters were measured prior to the study, and before and after each diet treatment.
Significant increases were observed in triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDLcholesterol, and random blood sugar after supplementation in the VCO group and
RBDO group, except for LDL-cholesterol. The increase could be due to the saturated
fatty acid content of coconut, which is the source of the VCO and RBDO. Although the
VCO group had longer time to exhaustion, there was no significant difference in the
mean values when compared with the other groups. The mean serial lactate levels of
the cyclists showed that the VCO group had the highest lactate levels at termination
period compared to the RBDO coconut oil group and the non-supplemented group. No
significant differences in the ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) after five minutes of
warm-up (with “light” verbal expression) and at termination of test (“very hard” verbal
expression) were observed among the three groups.
Both VCO and the RBDO resulted to significant increases on blood sugar,
triglycerides, total cholesterol and HDL-cholesterol, except for LDL-cholesterol where no
significant increase was observed.
More studies to include
generalizability of the results.
additional
subjects
are
needed
to
increase
C. Program for Development of Tools and Standards
The FNRI-DOST conducted a study on
energy expenditure, energy intake, and
nutritional status among Filipino female older
persons. The study aimed to: 1) assess
anthropometric
measurements, basal
metabolic rate (BMR), total energy
expenditure (TEE) and, energy intake of
female older persons; 2) compare the
FAO/WHO/UNU method of determining
energy expenditure with the doubly labeled
water (DLW) method; 3) compare energy
intake with energy expenditure; and 4)
compare energy intake with the present
recommendations for energy.
The study participants consisted of a total of 23 females who were 60 years old and
over, free-living, willing to participate in the study, and selected based on criteria set by
the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Their height, weight, skinfold, waist
circumference, and hip circumference were measured. BMR was determined using the
1985 FAO/WHO/UNU equations. TEE was determined using and comparing two
methods: the FAO/WHO/UNU equation and the DLW technique. Energy expenditure
and dietary intake were determined for 3 weekdays and 2 weekends.
Waist circumference (78 ± 7 cm) and body mass index (23 ± 2 kg/m2) were within
normal levels. The mean BMR among the female elderly was 1147 ± 64 kcal/day. A
significant difference was observed between energy expenditure using the
FAO/WHO/UNU method (1824 ± 300 kcal/day) and energy expenditure using the DLW
(2049 ± 476 kcal/day). Energy intake (1178 ± 311 kcal/day) and energy expenditure
were likewise significantly different (p<.001). In terms of energy and protein adequacy
levels, diets of the study participants fell below the RENI (78% and 66%, respectively).
The FAO/WHO/UNU equation method was not comparable with the DLW method in
this study. There was a wide gap between energy intake and energy expenditure that
may result in loss of body fat due to mild and short-term deficits in energy intake.
More studies should be undertaken to gain a better understanding of the energy
needs of female older adults,considering that values in the Philippine RENI on the older
population have been largely derived from foreign recommendations. More studies
using the DLW to measure energy expenditure in representative samples of the older
persons should be carried out to establish recommendations for this population group
and to enable international comparability of energy requirement. Better strategies should
be developed for the dietary improvement of the female older persons.
A study on the nutritional evaluation of 14 typical Filipinos one-day menus was
conducted to compare the energy and nutrient contents between direct laboratory
analysis and calculated values of raw foods derived from the Philippine Food
Composition Tables (FCT) and to measure in vitro availability of iron, calcium, and zinc.
Fourteen one-day sample menus designed to meet the RENI for the Filipino adult
males, 19-29 years old, were analyzed for total energy (by bomb calorimetry), protein
(by micro-Kjeldahl method), vitamin A-retinol (by High Performance Liquid
Chromatography), and vitamin C (by titration method). Beta- carotene was not analyzed
due to cost and time constraints. Availability of iron, calcium, and zinc from the diets
were determined using in-vitro methods and categorized using the Monsen
classification. The test menus in this study were selected based on cost, accessibility,
variety, and ease of preparation. Each test menu was cooked in the way it is customarily
consumed. The weights of the edible portion of the raw ingredients were used to
calculate the total amounts of energy and nutrients in the daily meal. The total one-day
test menu was mixed and homogenized into a creamy consistency using tripled
deionized water and kept frozen until time of analysis.
Significant differences in amounts were obtained between the laboratory analysis and
FCT-based calculations for energy, vitamin A-retinol, and vitamin C, while no significant
difference was noted for protein. Total energy levels were higher in 13 out of the 14
one-day menus using direct measurement than by calculations, with % differences
ranging from 3.6-35.0%. Chemical analysis of retinol content of 12 menus were higher
with % differences ranging from 30 to more than 100 times than the calculated values.
For analyzed vitamin C, % differences (possibly due to preparation and cooking losses)
ranged from 8.5 to 81.7 % with a mean of 45.1%. Percent differences for protein
ranged from 1.5 to 14.3%. Mean iron availability for the 14 one-day menus was 5.6%,
slightly lower than the 6.4% used by Trinidad et al. in the computation for recommended
iron intake for Filipinos. However, this was comparable to the ionizable iron of 5.7%
using an in vitro method for a Filipino meal of rice, fish and vegetables. Based on the
Monsen classification, 7 menus had low iron availability (3%), 4 menus had medium
availability (5%) and 3 had high availability (8%). Dietary calcium also showed a wide
range of availability from 8.3 to as high as 78.3% with an overall mean of 26%. This is
lower than the 30% availability recommended by FAO/WHO. For zinc, availability
ranged from 4.08 to 23.6%, with a mean availability of 8.4% which was very much lower
than the 30% recommended by FAO for moderate bioavailability diet described as
“mixed diet containing animal protein and fish”.
FCT-based menu planning grossly underestimates energy (being reflective of
metabolizable energy) and retinol content (being measured by a less sensitive method),
among the dietary intakes studied. The FCT can be used, however, to plan and assess
total protein and even energy intakes of Filipino adults. The availability of iron and
calcium obtained in this study validates the requirements for Filipinos. The availability of
zinc being much lower than the value used in the calculation of zinc requirement calls for
further review considering that the diets of Filipinos are usually plant-based. Also, more
food composition database of cooked menus using updated analytical methods is
needed because of the addition of new foods in the market.
 study on visualization of nutritionally adequate one-day menu was conducted.
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The different population groups were categorized into six groups, namely: children (1-9
years old), adolescent males (10-18 years old), adolescent females (10-18 years old),
adult males and females (19-49 years old), older persons (males and females 50-65+
years old), and pregnant and lactating women. The seven menus used for the
development of the brochure were selected from among the 28 previously developed
one-day menus, based on “raw” weights of foods. For visualization purposes, these
“raw” weights of foods were converted to “cooked” weights and household measures, to
constitute the meals. Pictures of the meals in a menu were subsequently taken to
represent recommended intakes of specific age and physiological groups. Nutrition tips
corresponding to the age and physiological groups were also featured in the brochure as
additional information for the six target user groups.
It was recommended that these brochures be validated by health and nutrition
workers in their nutrition promotion work.
As part of the FNRI-DOST’s third mandate to disseminate research findings and
recommendations to its relevant end-users, the 2008 FNRI Menu Guide Calendar was
developed and printed through the assistance of UNILEVER Philippines. The menu
guide calendar featured twelve 7-day cycle sets of menu and 12 recipes that were
kitchen-tested, standardized and evaluated for nutrient contribution. The year’s theme
was “Healthy menu guide for today’s lifestyle”. The theme aimed to promote a healthier
lifestyle through consumption of healthy and nutritious dishes. Information on exercise
and food energy equivalents were also incorporated in the calendar. Likewise, tips on
healthy lifestyle, facts on fats, oil and sodium, and caloric values of selected food were
added.
A total of 13 new sets of easy-to-use manuals of operations of frequently-used
equipment and machineries of the FNRI were prepared in addition to the 15 others
developed in 2006.
The manuals aimed to help increase production, lessen
maintenance and downtime, as well as facilitate more effective personnel training. Said
manuals contain operations for can seamer, basket centrifuge, double cone blender, and
drum dryer among others.
The manuals will be used in the production activities of the FNRI Pilot Plant and in
the operation of similar equipment and machineries in the regions used by adoptors of
FNRI-developed food technologies. The development of the manuals is also in support
to the DOST’s Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP).
D. Program to Address the Increasing Incidence of Food-borne Diseases
and Demand for Quality and Safe Food, Food Product and Water
The FNRI-DOST examined the free glutamate content of foods/dishes and
condiments consumed in rural and urban areas in the Philippines, and potential/actual
exposure of consumers to free glutamate in foods and food products.
A household inventory of condiments and semi-quantitative food frequency
questionnaire was used in a face-to-face interview among 859 respondents consisting of
6-12 year-old children, 13-19 year- old adolescents, and adults, 20 years and above in
urban (Taguig City) and rural (Laguna) areas.
Laboratory analysis was done to determine moisture and free glutamate content of
the most commonly consumed foods and food products including seasonings and
condiments using validated methods of analysis and laboratory internal quality control
(IQC) measures.
Thirteen and eleven types of condiments were common among the households in
Laguna and Taguig City, respectively, with soy sauce having the highest consumption
for both areas. Consumption of food with possible glutamate content was higher among
the respondents in Taguig City than in Laguna.
The total free glutamate intake from condiments amounted to 0.295g per capita
per day in Laguna and 0.215g per capita per day among the households in Taguig City.
Moreover, the free glutamate intakes from foods among adolescents in Laguna (0.611g
per capita per day) were high, followed by the adults (0.532g per capita per day) and
then, the children (0.46g per capita per day).
In the case of the respondents in Taguig City, adolescents (0.791g per capita per
day) had the highest free glutamate intakes from foods, followed by the children (0.682g
per capita per day) and then, adults (0.6g per capita per day). These trends in the two
areas did not change when the total free glutamate intakes from condiments were added
to the total free glutamate from foods.
The diet of respondents in both the urban and rural areas contained lower levels of
free glutamate than the consumption data of the World Health Organization (WHO)
(5.36g/capita/day) on free glutamate intake.
The following were suggested for possible action: 1) conduct of nationwide survey
covering different regions and ethnic groups to determine the level of exposure of
households and consumers to free glutamate as affected by their food habits/food
preferences; and 2) evaluation of the level of free glutamate in dishes and food served in
food establishments, fast foods and Chinese restaurants.
E. Strategic Programs Addressing Normal, Under- and Over-Nourished
Individuals
To address the potential and actual problem of overweight and obesity, nutrition
education and advocacy programs are essential. Kineti-Kids: A Fitness Program for
Schoolchildren is one such program. It is a school-based interactive fitness program for
schoolchildren that combines physical activity and nutrition-cum-health education.
This study aimed to determine the outcomes of the program in terms of knowledge,
attitude and practice (KAP), weight, dietary intake, physical activity level, physical fitness
performance scores, heart rate, and implementation of indicators of healthy-weight
promoting schools.
A two-year intervention program was conducted among 1,631 schoolchildren in both
public and private schools. Distribution of Kineti-Kids modules, promotional and
classroom-based activities, and formulated plans was monitored. General information,
KAP and physical activity level data using questionnaires, anthropometric
measurements, 24-hour dietary intake data, physical fitness test scores and heart rate
data were collected at baseline, midline, and endline periods, each for two years, except
for midline on the second year.
For the majority of the study participants, positive shift in knowledge, attitude and
practice levels on both years of data collection were observed. Overweight
schoolchildren increased in public schools but decreased in the private schools at
endline. Although there was an increase of energy intake in the private schools on the
second year, the mean energy intake of schoolchildren fell below the recommended
energy intake per day.
All schools had a better intake of protein among schoolchildren on the second year.
The inactivity of schoolchildren slightly decreased in the last part of the project, with a
subsequent increase in the number of schoolchildren with moderate to active physical
activity levels. On the second year, the mean physical fitness performance scores of
schoolchildren in majority of the tests generally improved indicating healthier body and
stronger physique than before.
Based on physical activity pattern and heart rate data, majority of the schoolchildren
from the private schools were found to be moderately active while majority of the
schoolchildren from the public schools were inactive. Majority of the children spent most
of their time with hypo-activity heart rates of <110 beats per minute and at moderate
activity heart rates of 110 – 159 beats per minute. Knowledge on basic principles of
proper health and nutrition which was integrated in the curriculum but only in school
subjects (Makabayan, P.E., H.E. and Science) was among the indicators that schools
implemented. This was in addition to the installation of Health and Nutrition Corner in a
strategic place and provision of safe and potable water which were monitored regularly
every quarter.
Integration of nutrition and health in the curriculum, frequent exercises, and
implementation of indicators for healthy-weight promoting school resulted to increased
nutrition knowledge, increased dietary intake, improved nutritional status, increased
physical activity and improved physical fitness.
It was recommended that program planners, implementors and educators adopt the
Kineti-Kids Program and use the indicators as guide to plan and evaluate healthy
weight-promoting schools.
baseline to 78.5% (n=62) after 100 feeding days. The prevalence of underweight in the
control group decreased slightly from baseline (n=64, 100%) to endline (n=58, 90.6%).
The prevalence of underweight was significantly lower in the supplement-fed group than
the control group at endline. The mean intake (excluding the supplementary foods given)
of energy, protein, iron, and vitamin A of schoolchildren in the supplement-fed and
control group both decreased at endline compared to their baseline levels although the
groups’ intakes were not significantly different.
Results showed that the FNRI-developed food products rich in vitamin A and iron
were effective in reducing the prevalence of underweight and improving iron status of
schoolchildren over a period of 100 feeding days.
It was recommended that the food products be used in feeding programs and that
these be locally-produced to cut down on cost. Similar studies may be done to determine
improvement of vitamin A- status among vitamin A deficient children using FNRIdeveloped food products.
The study on bone mineral density (BMD) and bone mineral content (BMC) of
children, aged 6-9 years was conducted. It aimed to determine the BMD and BMC, as
well as calcium intake, height, and weight of children and to compare the bone-related
variables by gender. Ninety-nine children, 52 boys and 47 girls, aged 6-9 years, from
the Upper Bicutan Elementary School, Taguig City, served as study participants.
Different measurements were taken as follows: height, weight, total BMD, and BMC
using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA). A three-day 24-hour food recall (2
weekdays and 1 weekend) was used to determine calcium intake. There were no
significant differences between genders and the variables BMD, BMC, weight, and
height. Comparisons by gender of the actual BMD and BMC values against the normal
range-for-age values based on Z-scores showed that 94% of the children were in the
normal range, except for 2 among the girls and 4 among the boys. For the boys, the
mean BMD was 0.61±0.01 g/cm2 and for the girls, 0.63±0.01 g/cm2. BMC for the boys
was 731.5±12.6 g and for the girls, 736.8±18.6. Normal weights and heights were
observed in 91% and 95% of the children, respectively. The mean weights for the boys
and the girls were 22.3±0.4 kg and 22.5±0.6 kg, respectively, while the mean heights
were 120.3±0.5 cm and 121.6±0.7 cm, respectively. Although not significantly different,
calcium intakes for the boys and the girls were 426.6±73.0 and 330.1±35.0 mg/day,
respectively, and did not meet the recommended calcium intake of 700 mg/day.
Almost all of the children had normal BMD and BMC as well as weights and heights.
Calcium intakes of children were below the recommended calcium requirement for their
age.
It was recommendad that children should start on increased calcium intake from
the diet to reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life.
2. Nutritional Assessment and Monitoring
A. Nutrition Surveys
The 2005 updating of the nutritional status of Filipino children and selected
population groups, aimed to re-assess the nutritional status of children aged 0-19 years,
pregnant women and lactating mothers.
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increasing trend was noted in overweight and obesity among children, adolescents and
the lactating women. Among the pregnant women, 72 in every 100 were considered
not-nutritionally-at-risk in 2005.
The study underscored the importance of sustaining government’s efforts at all
levels in reducing protein-energy malnutrition and chronic energy deficiency as well as
stopping the increasing trend of overweight and obesity.
The FNRI assessed the nutritional status of children in the Super Regions. In the
2006 State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo grouped
the country’s 16 regions into four regions. These are the North Luzon Agribusiness
Quadrangle, the Metro Luzon Unrban Beltway, the Central Philippines Super Region and
the Mindanao Super Region. One region cuts across these four regions and is called
the Cyber Corridor. The five big regions are now known as the “Super Regions”.
The study is part of the commitment of the DOST to realign the Department’s thrusts
to the government’s priority programs and projects. The FNRI-DOST generated data on
the nutritional status of the created super regions based on the results of the 2005
Updating Survey on the Nutritional Status of Filipino Children and Selected Population
Groups.
The prevalence of underweight
among 0-5 year-old children was
highest in Central Philippines, while
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highest in Mindanao Super Region.
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concern especially in North Luzon
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Among the 6-10 year-old children, prevalence of underweight and underheight were
highest in Central Philippines. Among 6-8 year-old children, North Luzon Agribusiness
Quadrangle had the highest prevalence of thinness while Cyber Corridor had the highest
estimate of overweight.
Adolescents in North Luzon Agribusiness Quadrangle had the highest prevalence of
underweight while Metro Luzon Urban Beltway had the highest estimate of overweight.
Survey findings call for priority actions that should be undertaken to improve the
nutrition situation of children and pre-adolescents/adolescents. Malnutrition is a multifaceted problem involving poverty, vulnerability to illness, unproductivity, inaccessibility
to food, safe water and better health services among others which brings social and
economic costs that hinder development. Thus, there is a need to: 1) increase
investments in nutrition to implement and sustain nutrition intervention programs; 2)
strengthen collaborative efforts between and among government agencies and the
private sectors to maximize resources; 3) intensify campaign for breastfeeding; 4)
complement status of women with other nutrition intervention programs and other
poverty measures; and 5) review existing health and nutrition programs and integrate the
emerging problem of double burden of malnutrition especially among children.
A study was conducted to establish a system for local-level assessment and
monitoring of nutritional status. Part I (module development) of the study specifically
aimed to: 1) identify, and develop modules for the conduct of local nutrition surveys; 2)
develop the protocol/operational framework/proposal package for local government units
(LGUs) in the conduct of local nutrition surveys; and 3) develop Guidelines and Manual
of Instructions (MOI) for the components in the conduct of local nutrition surveys.
Modules for inclusion in the Package/System were listed. These modules were
reviewed and revised to come up with ones suitable for the package/system. The
protocol was conceptualized and developed based on existing documents generated
from previous surveys and studies. The protocol was then finalized. Available MOIs
were also reviewed and revised to develop an appropriate MOI for this package/system.
The pre-test of the modules during the pilot survey conducted in Daet, Camarines Norte
was also attached into this package/system.
The pilot study was conducted in Camarines Norte. Basically, the outcome of this
study was the formulation of modules, the protocol, and MOI which were pre-tested in
said area. Modules included all training undertakings, key points, objectives, schedule
and overview. The protocol was the actual proposal package for submission to the
localities. The MOI contained the general survey guidelines and an overview of the
whole project.
The protocol was well-accepted in most aspects. Program implementers in the
provincial level showed interest in implementing it in their localities. Its importance was
realized as well as the benefits it could bring to the locality.
Furthermore, program
implementers were more than willing to adopt/implement the project in their areas but
once they learned that the locality would shoulder the expenses, they began to have
second thoughts about it. Lack of enthusiasm surfaced with regard to the financial
aspect. Program implementers particularly in the city/municipal level claimed that they
do not have sufficient funds to implement the project on their own. They would want it to
be undertaken for free or if not with financial support from other agencies because they
considered the cost is too high for them to shoulder completely. The respondents
proposed to resolve the dilemma by: 1) reducing the cost of the project, or 2)
institutionalizing the project by creating a resolution, ordinance or mandate to consider it
under priority projects of the LGU.
The outputs of the study are useful in increasing the potential of the LGUs to plan,
manage or assess local nutrition programs utilizing the capability of local manpower in
conducting nutrition surveys in their locality.
 he FNRI-DOST undertook a study on the validation of dietary diversity score as
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indicator of nutrient adequacy. Secondary data from the 2003 National Nutrition Survey
(NNS) Food Consumption Survey (FCS) component were utilized, covering 2,755
children, 2-5 years old, from statistically selected households. Dietary Diversity Scores
(DDS) were estimated based on “no minimum” and “10-gram minimum” intake for the
different food groups. In addition to nutrient intakes computed using the Philippine Food
Composition Tables (FCT), intakes of vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate, zinc and phytate
from the diet were assessed using the World Food Dietary Assessment System , version
2 (FAO). The Probability of Adequacy (PA) for each nutrient intake per child was
determined based on the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) for vitamin A, vitamin
C, calcium, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin vitamin B6, B12, folate, and zinc; percent RENI for
iron because no EAR for this nutrient had been established. The sensitivity and
specificity of DDS for both “no minimum” and “10-gram minimum” were evaluated based
on mean PA = 50% as well as mean PA = 60%.
The non-breastfed 2-5 year-old children had a mean DDS of 4.9 when no minimum
amount consumed for each food group was applied. With a 10-gram minimum intake,
the mean DDS was 4.4. The mean PA, which was computed by averaging the PAs of
nutrients was 43%. Only two nutrients, niacin and vitamin B6, had PA above 50%, i.e,
69% and 53%, respectively.
The rest of the nutrients’ PA ranged from 17% (folate) to 48% (thiamine and
riboflavin). Pearson’s correlation tests between DDS (no minimum) as well as DDS (with
10-gram minimum) and nutrient PAs and MPA were highly significant. The percent EAR
and PA of nutrients increased, as DDS with or without 10-gram minimum, increased. A
DDS between 4 and 5 maximized sensitivity and specificity both at MPA = 50%and 60%.
The DDS presents a promising measure to approximate nutrient adequacy of
population diets in food consumption surveys, while promoting the importance of diet
diversity towards improving nutrient intakes. It is a useful indicator to measure diet
adequacy in dietary assessment initiatives that may be constrained by resource
availability.
It was recommended that measurement issues be identified and addressed to
improve the usefulness of the Dietary Diversity Score in measuring nutrient adequacy of
diets.
A study was done to establish the reliability of estimating usual energy and nutrient
intakes from food recalls. The study utilized data from the 2003 Food Consumption
Survey (FCS), a component of the 6th National Nutrition Survey (NNS).
A total of 3,298 children, 6 months to five years old, 589 pregnant women, and 1,205
lactating mothers were included in the study. The food intakes of the young children,
pregnant women and lactating mothers were measured.
Energy and nutrient
adequacies were assessed using the Philippine Food Composition Tables (FCT) and
Recommended Energy and Nutrient Intakes (RENI). The usual intakes at the individual
level were estimated using the three different methods: 1) the one-day 24-hour food
recall, 2) two-day non-consecutive 24-hour food recall, and 3) the two-day nonconsecutive 24-hour food recalls using the procedure formulated by the US National
Research Council (NRC, 1986).
The one-day and two-day estimates generally gave a wider range of observed
intakes of energy and other nutrients than the adjusted estimate using the US NRC
procedure. In addition, the adjusted usual intake distribution had smaller mean individual
intake value than the one-day and two-day distributions. The three estimators noticeably
had different standard deviations for all dietary intakes. However, the adjusted data had
the smallest value and consequently had the best distribution in terms of precision and
variability.
In terms of reliability, the adjusted estimates gave the smallest coefficient of variation
(CV) for all dietary intakes. In addition, the adjusted data had the least standard error
values for each intake estimated in this study. The adjusted estimate method having
yielded more accurate, precise and reliable usual dietary intakes was recommended for
application in future studies to provide sound basis for food and nutrition policy and
program development.
The FNRI-DOST conducted a study on estimating the proportion of stunted 0-5 yearold children at the provincial level in the Philippines using the 2003 NNS data.
Three methods of estimation of stunting prevalence were used, namely: 1) the direct
or design-based estimation, 2) the model-based estimation, and 3) the empirical best
linear unbiased predictor (EBLUP) procedures. The estimates were evaluated based on
accuracy, precision, and reliability as measured by their standard error, mean square
error and coefficient of variation.
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Majority of the estimates using the three methods were within the range 20% - 30%.
The design-based method generated only 11.2% reliable estimates as well as 19.4%
accurate and precise estimates. For the model-based method, the resulting model had
an R2 of 56.6% with a mean square error of 0.0101. In this method, 59.2% of the
estimates were reliable while 83.7% were accurate and precise.
Using the EBLUP method, 16.3% accurate and precise estimates and 11.2%
reliable estimates were generated. Of the three methods, the “best” estimator for the
provincial prevalence of stunting among 0-5 year-old children was the model-based
estimation method. It yielded the most number of accurate, precise, and reliable
estimates.
Provincial estimates derived are essential bases for decentralized decision-making,
program planning, and proper allocation of limited funds. The use of model-based
procedure for estimating provincial proportion of stunting among 0-5 year old children
was recommended.
A similar study on small area estimation of the provincial prevalence of underweight
among 6-10 year-old children was conducted by the Institute to provide an accurate
estimation procedure at the sub-national and sub-regional levels.
Three estimation techniques were used namely: the direct or model-based, the
regression-synthetic and the Estimated Best Linear Unbiased Estimator (EBLUP)
technique. Direct estimates of the prevalence of underweight at the provincial level were
generated using the 2003 National Nutrition Survey.
Regression-synthetic estimates and EBLUP estimates were derived using data from
the direct estimates coupled with the use of data from the 2000 Census of Population
and Housing (CPH) and some administrative-based data from the Department of Health
and Department of Education. Measures of accuracy, precision and reliability, such as
standard error (SE), mean square error (MSE) and coefficient of variation (CV) of these
direct and indirect estimates, were also computed. These measures were used to
compare the direct estimates and those obtained using the indirect method or what is
usually referred to as small area estimation.
Results showed that the direct method generated only 7.14% reliable estimates of
prevalence of underweight children. It was observed that such unreliable estimates were
mainly due to small sample size of observations obtained at the provincial level. An
indirect estimation method, specifically, the regression-synthetic and empirical best
linear unbiased predictor (EBLUP) procedure was employed to circumvent the problem
of unreliable provincial estimates.
Results showed that by employing the synthetic-regression technique, more
reliable provincial estimates for the proportions of underweight 6-10 year-old children
can be obtained and therefore, considered as the “best” estimator for this parameter and
age group.
Further study on the improvement of the statistical model should be done in order to
generate much better set of estimates and to employ the small area estimation
techniques at much lower level of disaggregation such as at the municipal and barangay
levels.
Another study on small area estimation, this time, of the provincial prevalence of
hypertension among adults in the Philippines was done. The study aimed to provide
reliable provincial estimates of the prevalence of hypertension among adults aged 20
years based on blood pressure data collected directly from the respondents. A total of
4,753 adults, 20 years and over from 17 regions of the country comprised the
participants of this study. Direct estimates of the prevalence of hypertension based on
the data gathered were computed.
Measures of precision, accuracy and reliability such as mean square error,
standard error and coefficient of variation were also computed and used for comparing
the direct estimates and those obtained using an indirect estimation technique. The
direct estimation technique generated only 9.3% reliable provincial estimates of the
prevalence of hypertension using the blood pressure data. Due to small sample size at
the provincial level, estimates generated were not reliable. Hence, small area estimation
procedures using the model-based approach, specifically the regression-synthetic and
empirical best linear unbiased predictor (EBLUP) estimation techniques were employed.
However, the results showed that the error term did not have a constant variance,
implying that heteroscedasticity is present in the data. Since the data did not conform
with the set of assumptions for the error term or the residuals using the model-based
approach of small area estimation, the generated estimates were considered invalid.
Thus, this paper recommended the use of other small area estimation procedure suited
for variables with values which are mostly near zero like the prevalence of hypertension
in some provinces.
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B. In-depth and Correlation Studies of the Nutrition Surveys
An in-depth analysis using secondary data from the 6th National Nutrition Survey of
the FNRI examined the disparities in food and nutrient intake and nutritional status of 010 year-old children in male-and female-headed households.
A total of 1,117 preschool-age children, and 1,162 school-age children were included
in the study. Selection criteria were: 1) youngest child, aged 0–10 years, from each
household, and 2) with complete data on dietary, anthropometric and biochemical
components (iron, vitamin A and iodine status) for the 6–10 year-old children.
Among preschoolers, only underheight was associated with the gender of the
household head. The odds of being underheight was 52 percent lower if the head is
female than male. Among school-age children, only anemia was found to be associated
with the sex of the household head. Children, 6–10 years old, in the female-headed
households were less likely to be anemic than in male-headed households.
In general, regardless of the gender of the household head, factors that were
associated with the nutritional status of children, 0–10 years old are: level of education of
the household head, household size, and number of household earners. Households
that owned a refrigerator, cooking range, or television, with 0–10 years old children, had
better nutritional status. The gender of household head had a significant role in the
nutritional status of 0–5 year-old children and iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in children
6–10 years old. Since children in male-headed households were found to be more at-risk
to become underheight and anemic, nutrition intervention strategies should specifically
target these vulnerable households.
A study investigated the association of stunting and metabolic syndrome (MS)
among Filipino adults. The study included 4,753 individuals, aged 20 years and over,
who participated in the National Nutrition and Health Survey (NNHeS) in 2003. Height,
waist circumference, blood pressure, blood lipid profile (including triglycerides), HDLcholesterol and fasting blood sugar were determined using set criteria.
Among males, the prevalence of MS increased as the height increased in quartiles.
Among females, no such trend was observed. Among the individual components of MS,
high waist circumference and high triglycerides were found to increase with increasing
height. High triglyceride level (>150 mg/dL) was prevalent among the males.
Mean waist circumference was lowest in the lowest height quartile in both genders
while mean triglyceride level was lowest in the lowest height quartile among males only.
MS and individual components like central obesity and high triglyceride level were
significantly associated with increasing height. On the other hand, hypertension was
negatively associated with height. More individuals were found to be hypertensive in the
lowest height quartile. Mean systolic blood pressure was highest in the lowest height
quartile, particularly among females.
The study found no association between short stature and MS in adults. Short stature
was not associated with central obesity and high triglycerides. However, the results
support an association between adult shortness and hypertension. Several studies
support the observation that hypertension is an important independent risk factor to
cardiovascular disease. In this study, confounding factors like smoking, diet, alcohol
consumption, and physical inactivity were not accounted for and should be examined in
further efforts to explore the association of short stature and risk factors to noncommunicable disease.
A study was done to assess the prevalence of and the characteristics of households
with co-existence of child undernutrition and adult overnutrition. The data used in the
study were part of the 6th NNS.
A total of 2,639 households including 884 households with overweight adults and
891 households with underweight 0-5 year-old children were included in the study.
Dietary intake and socio-demographic characteristics such as type of dwelling unit,
tenure status, occupation of the adults and the utilities available in the household were
considered.
The prevalence of under- and over-nutrition was 7.1%. Higher incidence was found at
the second, third, and fourth income quintiles. Presence of under/over-nutrition in the
household was higher in the households belonging in the second, third, and fourth
income quintile groups while households from the lowest and highest income quintile
groups had similar incidence of under/over-nutrition. Households with under/overnutrition had lower nutrient adequacy than households without co-existence of
under/over-nutrition.
Households without co-existence of under/over-nutrition fared
better than households with co-existence of under/over- nutrition. Households from low
and high income groups were equally likely to experience co-existence of under/overnutrition.
A study on measuring inequality in food consumption and nutrient intake among 0
to 5 year-old children was conducted. The study analyzed the distribution of food
consumption and nutrient intake among 0-5 year-old Filipino children. The study made
use of the 6th NNS data obtained in 2003.
It employed a three-stage stratified sampling scheme, with the province as the strata.
The survey then covered 790 enumeration areas (EAs), where 3,405 were 0-5 year-old
children. The cumulative distribution function of energy and nutrients was employed to
obtain the total and mean energy and nutrient intakes of 0-5 year-old children. Income
data were used to estimate mean per capita intakes. Results were presented by income
quartiles, quintiles and deciles.
The cumulative distribution of food consumption showed that cereals and cereal
products as well as milk and milk products were the most highly consumed food by 0-5
year-old children. The mean one-day per capita food intakes of the said age group were
on increasing trend for income quartiles, quintiles and deciles. Approximately 70% of the
0-5 year-old children were dietary energy deficient (DED) and an estimated 50% dietary
protein deficient (DPD). By income quartiles and quintiles, energy intakes increased
across income levels but adequacy was met only at the highest income level. Adequacy
in other essential nutrients was met mostly by those in the higher income strata such as
calcium which was amply consumed only at the 10th income percentile.
A similar study for sub-national estimates should be done, to determine the
geographical differences of the dietary intakes and adequacy of children.
A study examined the relationship of maternal employment to: 1) the feeding
practices among infants and young children, and 2) the adequacy of their intakes of
energy, protein, iron, and vitamin A. Using the 6th NNS of 2003, the study participants
included 573 mothers and their 585 infants and young children.
Results showed that 47.8% of the mothers belonged to the age group of 26-35
years. Only 25% of the mothers were employed. Mean age of infants was 16 months. A
total of 86.9% of the mothers breastfed their infants but 79.5% of them stopped
breastfeeding because of inadequate milk flow, busy work outside the house, child
refusal, and another pregnancy.
Cumulative Distribution of Energy and Protein
Early introduction of complementary food was noted. Majority (60.5%) of the
children were fed with infant milk formula plus other foods, such as egg, fish, fruits, and
vegetables. Mothers who were neither pregnant nor lactating at the time of the survey,
who had reached secondary level of education and were working, were those who
tended to provide their infants and young children with milk formula plus other foods. A
significantly higher proportion of infants and young children whose mothers were
working did not meet at least 80% of requirements for iron (40.4% vs. 27.6%) and
vitamin A (58.9% vs. 49.2%).
Mothers’ work status, physiological state, and education were significant correlates
of infants’ and young children’s feeding practices. Adequacy of intakes of energy,
protein, iron, and vitamin A were higher among infants and young children whose
mothers were working than those with non-working mothers.
The advocacy for mother-and-baby-friendly workplaces should be strengthened to
allow time for lactating mothers to breastfeed. More studies on working mothers with
larger sample size than that of this study should be undertaken to validate these
findings.
3. Contract Research on Food and Nutrition
A total of seven (7) contract researches were entered into by the FNRI coming from
three (3) international institutions, one (1) non-government organization and three (3)
food industries. A total of P6,114,868.59 was generated by the Institute from these
contract researches.
Contract researches by type of client
Client
Name of
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Project Duration
Name/Tel. No./
E-mail address of
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Title/Description of
Research
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generated for
2007
(PhP)
A. Private Industry
The Coca-Cola Export
Corporation (TCCEC)
Ms. Cindy Lim
Fax : 849-859
cilim@gpac.ko.com
Kineti-Kids: A Fitness
Program for Schoolchildren
January 4,
2007
December
2007
Ms. Celeste C. Tanchoco
cct@fnri.dost.gov.ph
1,264,600.00
The Coca-Cola Export
Corporation (TCCEC)
Ms. Cindy Lim
Fax : 849-859
cilim@gpac.ko.com
Technology Generation for
the Production of Health
Drink Beverages
May 2005
September
2007
Dr. Mario V. Capanzana
mvc@fnri.dost.gov.ph.
Ms. Marcela C. Saises
mcs@fnri.dost.gov.ph
1,600,000.00
Pinoy Incorporated
Mr. Joshua Garlon Y. Icasias
818-6998
Development of a
Technology for Ready-to-Fry
Frozen Saba Banana Turon
October
2006
On-going
Ms. Joyce R. Tobias
jrt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
282,432.00
B. International Funding Agency
International Atomic
Energy Agency (IAEA)
Dr. Lena Davidsson
I.davidsson@iaea.org
Body Composition
Nutritional Status and
Energy Expenditure of the
Filipino Elderly
July 2004
December
2007
Ms. Gemma P. Yuchingtat
gpy@fnri.dost.gov.ph
712,034.00
United Nations
Children's Fund
(UNICEF)
Dr. Nicholas K. Alipui
901-0100
2005 Updating of the
Nutritional Status of Filipino
Children
May 2005
June 2007
Ms. Corazon M. Cerdeña
cmc@fnri.dost.gov.ph
1,665,821.00
Tulane University
Dr. John Mason
johnbeverlymason@hotmail.com
masonj@tulane.edu
Turning the corner in the
Prevention of Vitamin A
Deficiency in Highly
Affected Areas in the
Philippines
March
2005
On-going
Ms. Ma. Anna Rita M.
Ramirez
mamr@fnri.dost.gov.ph
maria_anna_rita_r@
hotmail.com
406,449.30
Regional Exposure of
Consumers to Monosodium
Glutamate: Indonesia,
Malaysia, Thailand and the
Philippines
January
2007
December
2007
Dr. Mario V. Capanzana
mvc@fnri.dost.gov.ph
352,991.49
C. Non-Government Organization/Foundation
Southeast Asian
Association of
Glutamate Sciences
Dr. Akarat Sukcomcheep
Akarat_sukcomcheep@ajinomoto.com
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Scientific papers published
Author/s
Publication
Title of Scientific Paper
Name
E-mail Address
Tel. No.
Name of
Journal
Date Published
The Philippine Cardiovascular
Outcome Study (PhilcosFollow-up of 1998 FNRI 6th
NNS): A Cohort Study of the
8-year Incidence of Diabetes
Mellitus in NCR, Region III &
IV Index
RG Sy, M.D.
Ma. LB Soria
BS Vega
FE Punzalan
FV Velandria
TF Williong
fvv@fnri.dost.gov.ph
837-2071
local 2299
Philippine Journal
of Internal
Medicine, Vol.
45, pp. 211-217
September October 2007
Glycemic Index: Its Role in
Preventing of Diabetes Risk
TP Trinidad, Ph.D.
tpt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
837-2071
local 2281
Diabetes Journal,
Vol. 3(1) pp. 4041
October November 2007
MCT-oil Supplemented Diet in
the Management of Childhood
Diarrhea
CC Tanchoco
AJ Cruz
JM Rogacion
RS Casem
MP Rodriquez
CL Orense
LC Hermosura
cct@fnri.dost.gov.ph
837-2071
local 2288
Asia Pacific
Journal,
Vol. 16(2), pp.
286-292
2007
Philippine Nutrition Facts
and Figures, 2005
Food and Nutrition
Research Institute
mvc@fnri.dost.gov.ph
8372071
local 2281
Monograph/
Book FNRIDOST
2007
Dietary Fiber and
Fermentability Characteristics
of Rootcrops and Legumes
AC Mallillin
TP Trinidad, Ph.D.
R Raterta
K Dagbay
AS Loyola
acm@fnri.dost.gov.ph
8372071
local 2281
British Journal of
Nutrition paper
No. BJN 2007
012352R
Accepted for
publication November 2007
Iron Absorption from Brown
Rice/Brown-rice-based Meal
TP Trinidad, Ph.D.
AC Mallillin
RS Sagum
DP Briones
RR Encabo
BO Juliano
tpt@fnri.dost.gov.ph.
837-2071
local 2281
International
Journal of Food
Science and
Nutrition
Ref. No. 736107R
Accepted for
publication December 2007
Glycemic Index of Coconut
Sap Sugar
TP Trinidad, Ph.D.
tpt@fnri.dost.gov.ph.
837-2071
local 2281
Coconut Today
October 2007
The Glycemic Index: Its Role
in Preventing Diebetes Risk
Tp Trinidad, Ph.D.
tpt@fnri.dost.gov.ph.
837-2071
local 2281
Diabetease
OctoberNovember 2007
5. Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
To better serve the Institute’s clientele, the FNRI continued to strengthen the ties in
improving its ICT capability. For 2007, a total of four (4) ICT projects were implemented
other than the FNRI website. These were the NutritionSchool.ph, e-Nutrition, e-Library,
and TACIS (Tests, Analysis and Calibration Information System).
The NutritionSchool.ph is a creative convergence of three (3) fields: nutrition,
education and ICT. It is a collaborative effort between the FNRI and the Nestle,
Philippines. This online project of the Institute is a good opportunity to impart reliable
nutrition information to the people. Moreover, the school is a good site for professionals
to review and update themselves on the current nutrition information. As of December
30, 2007, two (2) months after its launching in October, the school had a total of 1,436
registrants
and
446,930
hits
Homepage of the NutritionSchool.ph
The e-Nutrition is an automated knowledge center in nutrition for the electronic
dissemination and utilization of data from nutrition surveys and other nutrition-related
indicators. As of December 2007, the center had a total of 206,572 hits.
The TACIS project of the Institute is an interactive information system to enhance
the operational capability of the FNRI-DOST testing and analysis services.
Homepage of
the e-nutrition
TACIS
homepage
The Philippine e-Lib project is one of the e-Government funded projects through the
Information Technology and e-Commerce Council (ITECC) now Commission on
Information and Communication Technology (CICT).
The FNRI is one of the
contributors to the e-Lib project. It contributed 5,370 bibliographic records and installed
two (2) kiosks to enable clients to access the e-Lib website. A series of orientations on
e-Lib was conducted among the FNRI staff. About 1,007 hits were registered as of
December 2007.
The FNRI website (http://www.fnri.gov.ph) was regularly updated to include the
latest food and nutrition data generated by the Institute. In 2007, the FNRI website had
a total of 399,722 hits.
Philippine e-Lib homepage
FNRI Website homepage
Diffusion of Knowledge
Technologies
&
In accordance with the first major final output (MFO) adopted by the DOST from the
country’s Medium Term Philippine Development Plan (MTPDP) on the diffusion of
knowledge and technologies, the FNRI continued to implement projects and activities
that directly increase the level of knowledge, skills and productivity of relevant
stakeholders. These activities aimed to generate the much needed livelihood and
income to ultimately help improve the nutritional status of the marginalized sectors and
the socio-economic well-being of the population in general.
1. Commercialized Technologies in Support of SETUP
The Small Enterprises Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP) is DOST’s
nationwide strategy to improve the viability of small and medium scale enterprises and
enhance their competetiveness through infusion of technologies, technical aassistance
and manpower development.
For 2007, a total of eight (8) FNRI food technologies were transferred to seven (7)
entrepreneurs and companies.
List of food technologies transferred to entrepreneurs
BENEFICIARY
Name of
Enterprise
Contact Person
Technology/ies
Transferred
Responsible Staff
Address
Name
E-mail Address
Local Government
Balanga, Bataan
Hon. Enrique T.
Garcia
Tubig Talino
Soy Gel
JR Tobias
MC Saises
jrt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
mc_saises@
yahoo.com
JBM Food Products
Magdalena,
Cabanatuan, Isabela
Mr. Jose B.
Morante
Tubig Talino
JR Tobias
MC Saises
jrt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
mc_saises@
yahoo.com
E.J. Baker
33 National Road,
Matain, Subic,
Zambales
Mr. Ernesto C.
Lim
Squash
Supplemented Bakery
Products (pan de sal,
buns, loaf bread)
JR Tobias
CS Quindara
jrt@fnri.dost.
gov.ph
QF Enterprises
Naguilian Road
Baguio City
Mrs. Victoria F.
Querimit
Canton Noodles with
Squash
JR Tobias
CS Quindara
jrt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
Montanosa R&D
Center
Makamkalis, Sagada,
Mt. Province
Dr. Matthew Tauli
Canton Noodles with
Squash
JR Tobias
jrt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
Frosty Kids
Ichon, Macrohon,
Southern Leyte
Ma. Salvacion D.
Saludo
Low-fat, low-sugar Ice
Cream
JR Tobias
jrt@fnri.dost.gov.ph
Coca-Cola Export
Corp.
King's Court Bldg.,
2127 Chino Roces
Ave., Makati City
Ms. Cindy Lim
Nutrijuice
Dr. IA Agdeppa
MCSaises
mvc@fnri.dost.
gov.ph
mcsaises@fnri.dost.gov.ph
2. Technology Business Incubator (TBI)
FNRI extended the use of TBI room and facilities to Townholdings, Inc. owned by Mr.
Oscar Torralba who availed of the TBI Program for the FNRI soya gel technology. It
also assisted clients on various inquiries during technology transfer-related and
technology diffusion activities.
Technology Transfer Services to Direct Clients
Type
No. of Inquiries/Consultations
Technology transfer-related activities
167
Technology diffusion activities
1,915
Total
2,082
3. Technical Training/Forum
The FNRI conducted 18 types of technical trainings and fora in various
regions/provinces of the Philippines which benefited 856 participants involving food
service and health workers, entreprenuers, vendors, teachers, students, and local
government workers.
Technical trainings conducted
Inclusive Dates Conducted
Title of Training/Forum
Training on Meal
Management and Food
Handling
Training Course on Food
Handling and Meal
Management for the
Food Service
Industry
Venue
No. of Participants
Funding
Agency
Start
End
DOST Region XI,
24 participants (dietitians,
Bajada, Davao City managers, food service
workers, instructors)
August 13,
2007
August 14,
2007
SETUP
Family Country
Hotel, General
Santos City
24 participants
September 13,
2007
September 14,
2007
FNRI
Taguig City Health
Office, Taguig City
16 participants
September 24,
2007
September 25,
2007
FNRI
Taguig City Health
Center
20 participants
August 2, 2007
August 3, 2007
FNRI
Region XII
32 hotel and restaurant
owners/operators HRM
instructors/chefs/LGU
representatives and students
September 13,
2007
September 14,
2007
SETUP
Region I
21 teachers, canteen
operators, food industry
owners, and managers
October 15,
2007
October 16,
2007
SETUP
Zamboanga City
32 cooks/helpers/branch
heads, instructors, kitchen
coordinators, and front desk
clerks
November 13,
2007
November 14,
2007
SETUP
November 20,
2007
November 21,
2007
SETUP
October 23,
2007
October 24,
2007
SETUP
November 15,
2007
November 16,
2007
SETUP
Region VIII
31 entrepreneurs, SMEs,
LGU representatives,
academe
Streetfood Vendors'
Training on Nutrition and
Food Safety
Iloilo City Region 6
40 streetfood vendors,
carinderia owner and
operator, sari-sari store
owners
Food Fortification
Promotion for SMEs
Zamboanga City
Training of Nutrition
Trainors
31 enterpreneurs, academe,
DOST Region XI,
Bajada, Davao City LGUs representatives and
SMEs
August 23,
2007
August 24,
2007
SETUP
Forum on DOST
Program Services and
Selected Food
Processing Technologies
Region V
August 2, 2007
August 2, 2007
SETUP
24 SMEs/LGU
representatives
30 academe, LGU
representatives,
entrepreneurs/SME food
processors
Continuation .............
Title of Training/
Forum
Livelihood Training for the
Marginalized Sector and
Women
Forum on Commercializable
Food Processing
Technologies of FNRI-DOST
Inclusive Dates Conducted
Venue
No. of Participants
Start
End
Funding
Agency
Region II Tuguegarao,
Cagayan Valley
20 women's organization
members (food processors)
October 9, 2007
October 10, 2007
SETUP
Zamboanga City
23 participants
July 16, 2007
July 19, 2007
SETUP
Region X
22 SMEs, LGU representatives,
academe
December 6,
2007
December 7,
2007
SETUP
Region VII
20 SMEs, LGU representatives,
and academe
November 22,
2007
November 22,
2007
SETUP
Region IX
22 SMEs, LGU representatives
November 15,
2007
November 15,
2007
SETUP
Region XI
20 LGU representatives,
goverment agencies, SMEs
November 8,
2007
November 9,
2007
SETUP
Region I
25 SMEs
October 1, 2007
October 2, 2007
September 12,
2007
September 14,
2007
SETUP
Region VIII
110 students, teachers, SMEs
SETUP
Region VI
27 LGU representatives
operators/ entrepreneurs
April 26, 2007
April 26, 2007
SETUP
Region VI
20 SMEs
February 12,
2007
February 14,
2007
SETUP
Food Fortification
Promotion for SMEs
Davao City
13 canteen operators, SMEs,
LGU representatives
November 7,
2007
November 10,
2007
FNRI
Food Fortification
Promotion for SMEs
Zamboanga City,
DMMSU Faculty
23 canteen operators, faculty,
DepEd staff, SMEs
October 2, 2007
October 3, 2007
FNRI
Training Course on Nutrition
Labelling Analysis:
Module 1 - Proximate
Analysis
FNRI Food Analytical
Service Laboratory
4 participants from Environment
Conservation and Protection
Center
November 12,
2007
November 16,
2007
FNRI
Continuation .............
Inclusive Dates Conducted
Title of Training/Forum
Venue
No. of Participants
Start
End
Funding
Agency
Module 3 - Fatty Acids and
Cholesterol Analysis
Regions 4,7,10, & 12
6 staff from DOST - Regional
Offices
August 7, 2007
August 10, 2007
FNRI
Module 4 - Dietary Fiber
and Sugar Analysis
Regions 4,7,10, & 12
6 staff from DOST - Regional
Offices
August 13, 2007
August 17, 2007
FNRI
Demonstration on Instant
Canton Noodle in Cups
FNRI Pilot Plant,
Bicutan, Taguig City
4 participants
August 9, 2007
August 10, 2007
FNRI
Demonstration on RiceShrimp Crunchies
Immaculate
Conception Academy
27 participants
August 31, 2007
August 31, 2007
FNRI
Training Demonstration on
Canton Noodle with Squash
Montanosa Research
and Development
Center, Mt. Province
5 participants
September 11,
2007
September 13,
2007
FNRI
Training on Meat
Processing
Department of Social
Welfare and
Development,
Quezon City
30 participants
January 23, 2007
January 23, 2007
FNRI
Training on Food
Standards, Food Safety,
Food Packaging and
Labelling
NTC-ATI, La Trinidad,
Benguet
25 participants
May 22, 2007
May 23, 2007
PCIERD
Cabanatuan, Isabela
23 canteen operators
September 26,
2007
September 28,
2007
FNRI
Total Number of Participants
251 for FNRI funded trainings
605 for SETUP funded trainings
Provision of Quality Science
& Technology Services
1. Technical Services on Food and Nutrition
A. Laboratory and Testing Services
The Institute was able to generate a total income of Php 809,000.00 through its
laboratory and testing services. Moreover, the FNRI was able to analyze 695 samples
and serve 223 clients for 2007.
B. Consultancy Services
Consultancy services regarding food and nutrition matters was given to 4,177 individuals
as a continuing activity of the Institute.
Some beneficiaries of consultancy services
Beneficiary
Name of Enterprise/Organization
Name/Tel./E-mail of Contact
Person
Title of Consultancy Services Rendered
Philippine Coconut Authority
Ms. NIna Kindipan
2005 National Nutrition Survey
Philippine Fish & Development Authority
Dr. Eloisa Aquino
NDHS Anthropometry Software
University of the Philippines Los Baños
Mr. March Himatay
Data on 2003 NNS for thesis
Dietary Intake of Adolescents
Department of Education
Ms. Lolit Pilito
Dietary Intake of Adolescents
University of the Philippines Diliman
Ms. Mitch Abdon
Results of 2003 NNS for thesis
Foundation for Information Technology Education
Ms. Ester Bautista
Ester.bautista@up.edu.ph
9274276 ext. 112
Radio discussions on "Alaming Pangkalusugan
at Pangkabuhayan"
United Nation Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Ms. Lourdes Vega
Sample size
Department of Tourism
Ms. Ester Lazaro
Resource Person for Proper Nutrition "Training
of Trainors on Advocacy for Healthy Lifestyle"
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Mr. Ireneo B. Panti
Fortified Noodles
San Miguel Mills, Inc.
Ms.Susan Atienza
Snack Technologies
Delicatese Foods
Ms. Vivian Relloso
Corn chips Procedure
Housegrown Foods
Ms.Lani Relloso
Physico-chemical Analysis of Iced Tea
Rubbing Gel Enterprises
Ms. Angela Franco
Mayo Salad Dressing
Beneficiary
Name of Enterprise/Organization
Title of Consultancy
Services Rendered
Name/Tel./E-mail of Contact Person
Marine Resources
Ms. Ida Vicencio
Food Processing
Fontera Brands
Mr. Ronald Solis
Technology Transfer of Iodine-Rich Canton
Noodles
University of the Philippines Philippine General Hospital
Dr. Maria Lourdes Mendoza
Pediatrician
24 Hour Food Recall and 2005 Survey Results
Department of Interior and Local Government
(DILG)
Reporter from DILG
Coco Sugar, Glycemic Index
Smart Parenting
Mr. George V. Lizares
Yogurt
R.L.N. Malunggay
Ms. Rosemarie I. Navarro
General Manager
Malunggay Recipes
MNH Food Corp. (Henlin)
Ms. Elaine Villaverde
How to Prolong Shelflife of Hopia
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Dr. Nicholas Alipui
Terminal Report on Product and Quality
Assurance of Iodized Salt
DOST Regional Office
Engr. Rowen Gelonga
Technology Transfer
University of Perpetual Help
Ms.Irene Templo
2003 and 2005 Facts and Figures
Philippine Council for Agriculture Research and
Development (PCARD-DOST)
Ms. Josefina Atienza
Packaging of Profitability Analysis for
Commodities Under the Food Industry
V-Sun Foods
Marilou Villacorta
Squash Canton
Adventist University of the Philippines
Dr. Malang
Beer Fortification Water Analysis
ABS-CBN
Pierre Pastor
Nutrients in Mineral Water
University of Santo Tomas
Mr. Enrico Cembrano
Kaatoan bangkal seeds
Maximum Security Compound
Mr. J.V. Medalla
Fortification of bakery products
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Mr. Ireneo B. Panti
Noodle and bread fortification
Benguet State University
Ms. Rose Ann Clarisse Dimatactac
Prototype production of potato
BIDANI-UPLB
Ms. Angelina Bustos
Technologies on extruded products
Beneficiary
Name of Enterprise/Organization
Title of Consultancy
Services Rendered
Name/Tel./E-mail of Contact Person
Handicap International
Dr. Dianne Castillone
Technical inputs on the proposal on Philippine
Diabetes prevention
Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
Ms. Myrna Chua
Cost of meal/day and nutrition requirements of
an individual
Mega Fishing Corp.
Mr. Jess Camayo
Training on noodle making
Individual
Conchita Naranag
R&D on wine production
Metal Industry Research & Development Center
Engr. Rolando Viloria
List of FNRI TBI Tenants
Immaculate Conception Academy
Ms. Angela Batang
Rice crunchies with shrimp
Golden Nutritious Foods
Ms. Edna Simon
Unfortified and fortified oatmeal
Heleni Cake Gallery
Ms. Helen Ylanan
FNRI squash bread
Batangas State University
Ms.Rea B. Cueto
Functional foods and coconut flour
JEVERPS Manufacturing Corporation
Alexander Billan/Ada Serrano
Iron fortification of food
Nestle Philippine, Inc.
Ms. Babylyn Cayabyab
Calcium
Philippine Normal University
Ms. Marie Antonette Majul
Dietary fiber/phenols
Universal Robina Corporation
Ms. Carolyn Alberto
Lycopene
FAME Inc.
Ms. Leland dela Cerna
Glycemic index of foods
VCOP
Mr. Gerry Natividad
Virgin coconut oil
Yogi Enterprise
Ms. Merlinda Idaosos
Medical Nutrition/Dietary habits
Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry &
Natural Resoruces & Developemnt
(PCASTARD)
Ms. Baby Ocampo
Nutrition
Design Bytek
Mr. Jun Fajardo
Nutrition
Mr. LindoVeronica
Food labelling
Science and Technology Information Institute
(STII)
Ms. Rosario Lopez
Squash flour
LGU, Nutrition Office
Mr. Ben Hernandez
Food pyramid
Harbest
Ms. Janette Serdan
Medicinal plants
Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI)
Beneficiary
Name of Enterprise/Organization
Title of Consultancy
Services Rendered
Name/Tel./E-mail of Contact Person
Bureau of Food and Drug (BFAD)
Prof. Leticia Barbara Gutierrez
Level of iodine in unlabelled ordinary rock salt
and iodized salt
Likhaan Learning & Resource Center
Ms. Rosario Tanedo
Development of healthy snacks using kangkong,
kamote and malunggay leaves
Frosty Kid
Ms. Marissa Saludo
Low fat, low sugar ice cream adoptor
WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific
Dr. Cavilli-Storza
Global Consultation on weekly iron and folic
acid supplementation
Nutri Asia
Ms. Dimaliwat
Seaweeds noodles
St. Luke's Hospital
Ms. Elizabeth Ocampo
Pregnant women food pyramid
Guagua National College
Ms. Michelle Fernandez
Papaya
National Nutrition Council
Ms. Ces Sta. Ana
Food thresholds
Seyo Group
Ms. Eloisa Basa
Banana extract
Naga Science High School
Ms. Camille Grace Castillo
Functional foods
JB Orchids Pharmaceuticals
Mr. Nick Shan
Functional foods
Ubix Philippines
Ms. Kristine Alvior
Information on FNRI kitchen tested recipes and
food composition tables
Mc Donald House of Charity
Mrs. Donato
Supplementary feeding and food court
University of the Philippines
Ms. Sarah Jane Valenciano
Inquiry on antioxidant property of malunggay
San Beda College
Ms. Kathryn Toboro
Technical assistance for ampalaya cookies
Lyceum of the Philippines
Ms. Abigail Tandongan
FNRI pyramid
Department of Social Welfare and Development
(DSWD)
Mr. Benjamin Opena
IEC materials
DOST Regional Office - Region 2
Mr. Timoteo Durcus
Technology transfer
SSK Credit Consultancy
Mr. Erwin Key
Physico-chemical analysis of ginseng powder
GMA-7
Ms. Leah Salterio
Iodine-rich drinking water
Magnolia Processing Plant
Ms. Kathleen Dizon
Iodine-rich drinking water
AFI International
Mr. Antonio Martinez
Retorted food products
Beneficiary
Name of Enterprise/Organization
Title of Consultancy
Services Rendered
Name/Tel./E-mail of Contact Person
University of the Philippines - ASC-FSSRI
Ms. Edna Luisa Matienzo
Functional food products
Science and Technology Information Institute (STII)
Ms. Chat Lopez
Ms. Elsa Layug
Bakery products, nutrition survey and food guide
pyramid
Nestle Philippines
Ms. Ana Peneno
Weight for height
Science and Technology Information Institute (STII)
Ms. Chat Lopez/Ms. Elsa Layug/Ms. Corazon
Que/Ms. Teresita Espe
Bakery products, nutrition surveys and food
guide pyramid
Nestle Philippines
Ms. Ana Penero
Weigth for height
Science and Technology Information Institute (STII)
Ms. Elvie Veluz
Ms. Sylvia Layug
Malunggay, ampalaya content
University of the Philippines - Manila
Dean Barzaga's Office
Nutrition survey
ATI
Ms. Wilma Gonzales
Nutrinet Website
Office of the Muslim Chamber of Comerce and
Industry of Kutawato, Inc.
Mufti Abdulwahid Inju
FNRI part on MOA on HALAL
DOST-ROS
Dr. Maripaz Perez
Draft of manual operations
DOST Regional Office
Dr. Urduja Tejada
TNA in Isabela
House of Representative
Hon. Rene M. Velarde
Meat processing
Buena Bonita
Mr. Mike Mojica
Catsup making
Summary of beneficiaries of consultancy program by type
Type
No. of Inquiries/Consultations
Person-to-person
215
Email
37
Telephone
51
Library Users
3,874
Total
4,177
2. Science and Technology Promotion Services
A.
Food and Nutrition Promotion and Networking
One of the mandates of the FNRI is to disseminate research findings and
recommendations to relevant end-users. To uphold this mandate, the Institute’s food and
nutriton promotion efforts include dissemination of accurate data, correct information
and innovative technologies to help fight malnutrition. This was done through the Annual
FNRI Seminar Series, tri-media exposures, distribution of information, education and
communication (IEC)
materials, exhibits, the Nutrition Research Information Network (NUTRINET), Nutrition
Communication Network (NUTRICOMNET), and various technology transfer activities.
The year 2007 was fulfilling in terms of FNRI’s tri-media partnerships. The Institute
generated a media mileage equivalent of PhP 24.5 million. The yearly increase in the
Institute’s media mileage has been due to strong tri-media linkages and partnerships.
Broadcast media mileage
Television
N o. of Exposures
Mileage (P hp)
A B S -C B N
12
4,219,399.00
NB N
2
1,900,000.00
Teledyaryo
5
1,198,080.00
IB C 13
1
1,000,000.00
NB N 4/RP N 9/IB C 13
3
900,000.00
GMA 7
6
742,200.00
QTV 11
3
237,400.00
S onshine
2
40,000.00
A B S -C B N News C hannel (A NC ) 21
1
780,000.00
S U B -TOTAL
35
11,017,079.00
R adio
N o. of Exposures
Mileage (P hp)
D ZMM
10
2,433,200.00
D ZE M
14
1,113,000.00
D ZRB
4
302,000.00
D ZRM
4
73,900.00
D ZA S
1
12,000.00
S U B -TOTAL
33
3,934,100.00
TOTAL for B roadcast Media
68
14,951,179.00
Br
Print media mileage
INTERNET Postings
No. of Pages
MILEAGE (Php)
ABS-CBN website
1
200,000.00
GMA News.TV Website
1
200,000.00
Manila Bulletin Website
18
3,600,000.00
Manila Times Website
1
200,000.00
Philippine Daily Inquirer Website
7
1,400,000.00
Philippine Star Website
3
600,000.00
Sunday Times Website
2
400,000.00
SUB-TOTAL
32
6,600,000.00
Newspapers/Magazines
No. of Published
articles
Mileage (Php)
Abante
1
7,056.10
Ang Diaryo Natin
7
210,280.00
Business Mirror
4
60,392.50
Business World
3
58,911.38
Health News Magazine
5
68,000
Inquirer Libre
2
31,470.86
Malaya
4
57,966.63
Manila Bulletin
35
1,035,570.35
Manila Standard Today
2
25,144.53
Manila Times
3
56,537.50
People's Balita
1
11,561.55
People's Tonight
5
55,783.00
The Philippine Chronicle
2
45,884.00
Philippine Daily Inquirer
18
548,078.42
Philippine Panorama
2
142,855.93
Philippine Star
16
483,016.25
Pinas
1
14,112.00
Prime
3
54,236.00
Taliba
3
26,369.00
Tanod
5
18,478.00
Tempo
1
7,657.00
SUB-TOTAL
TOTAL for Print Media
GRAND TOTAL
123
3,019,361.00
9,619,361.00
Php 24,570,540.00
The Insitute produced 123 media releases which were published by 25 publications.
The Institute also utilized the Internet with postings in 7 websites. There were 68
broadcast exposures in radio and television stations. The FNRI participated in 2
exhibits and distributed a total of 8,582 copies of IEC materials in 2007.
This year marked the 60th Anniversary of the Food and Nutrition Research
Institute. This was highlighted of by several events that celebrated such a milestone in
FNRI's existence. There was the parade around the
DOST compound, an anniversary luncheon for distinguished alumni, and a glamorous
dinner celebration at the Isla Ballrooms 1 and 2 of the EDSA Shangri - La Hotel in
Mandaluyong City. An institutional video was shown during the dinner featuring the
many acomplishments of the Institute throughout its 60-year rich history. The “Nutrijuice”
was also launched during the event. Many awards were likewise given to FNRI partners
as well as present and former staff.
The Institutional Partner Awards were given to those that extended technical and
fiscal support to FNRI for the past 5 years to ensure success of research and
development and other undertakings of the institution. These were: The Coca-Cola
Export Corporation (TCCEC); South East Asia Food, Inc. (SAFI); Ajinomoto Philippines
Corporation; Land O' Lakes Foundation of the Philippines; and the United Nations
Children's Fund (UNICEF).
The Media Partner Awards were given to institutional and individual media partners
of the FNRI in print, radio and television, for their valuable contribution on disseminating
FNRI research findings and recommendations.
For the institutional category:
Print media partner award: The Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation
Radio media partner award: DZMM Radyo Patrol Sais-Trenta
Televison media partner award: Global Media Arts (GMA7) Network, Inc.
For the individual category:
Print media partner award:
Ms. Madel Sabater, S&T Reporter,
Manila Bulletin
Broadcast media partner award:
Mr. Angelo Palmones, Station
Manager of DZMM
Loyalty Awards were given to FNRI employees in recognition of their continuous,
satisfactory and loyal service to the Institute.
•
Gold (30 years and above of service):
34 employees
• Silver (20-29 years of service):
46 employees
• Bronze (19 years of service):
28 employees
The Annual Seminar Series, on its 33rd year was held to serve as the venue for
the presentation of the completed researches and commercialized food technologies
of the Institute. The theme of the 2007 FNRI Seminar Series was “Nutrisyon ng
Kabataan, Mahalaga sa Kinabukasan” following the nutrition month theme for the
year. The Seminar Series emphasized the proper lifestyle and the state of nutrition
of Filipino adolescents. A total of 598 participants attended, composed of researchers,
public health and community development officers and staff from the academe,
government, non-government organizations and private sector from all over the country.
The Nutrition Communication Network (NUTRICOMNET) strengthened local media
networks in Region V (Bicol), XI (Southern Mindanao) and CARAGA through the
conduct of several media and technology fora.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Nutrition Research and Information Network
(NUTRINET) continued to disseminate food and nutrition information by conducting
meetings, promotion activities and updating of food and nutrition databases. These
databases are collections of computerized bibliographic data, food and nutrition (F&N)
abstracts, profiles of member institutes, and the union lists. These are used to improve
the flow of F&N information system in the country. The Network’s annual Seminar and
Nutrifair, held on July 11 and 12, 2007 at the FNRI Meeting Room, was the NUTRINET’s
big event to celebrate its 20th anniversary. There were 719 participants and guests
who attended the event. Publication and distribution of the NUTRINET newsletter was
sustained throughout the year.
The Institute’s library, on the other hand provided information services to 3,874
clients from various government agencies, private firms, NUTRINET member agencies,
food industry, universities, and colleges.
Several FNRI technical staff served as resource persons, lecturers, presentors,
facilitators and trainors in numerous consultations, inquiries, conferences, conventions,
seminars, and trainings organized by private institutions, other government agencies and
non-government organizations (NGOs). Subject areas included results of the Sixth
National Nutrition Survey (NNS), the 2005 NNS updates, food fortification, food safety,
laboratory techniques and safety, nutrition content of foods, meal planning for children,
teenagers and elderly, nutritious food recipes, healthy lifestyle, nutrition education and
communication, among others.
The Nutrition Training Unit (NTU) of the Institute conducted a total of 18 briefings
and 35 trainings at FNRI and in the regions benefiting 856 participants.
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Scientific Linkages and International Cooperation
Collaborative efforts among foreign and local agencies and institutions were
strengthened in order to establish, sustain and enhance the implementation of FNRI
programs, projects and other activities. Out of the 33 linkages formed and sustained in
2007, 17 were with international agencies and 16 were with the local organizations,
institutions and media partners.
International linkages
Scientific Institution
Nature/Description of Scientific Linkages
Name of Institution
Name/E-mail/Position of Contact Person
Tulane University, U.S.A.
Dr. John B. Mason
johnbeverlymanson@hotmail. com
mason@tulane.edu
Turning the corner in the prevalence of vitamin A deficiency in
highly affected areas in the Philippines
National Measurement Institute,
Australia
Paul Armishaw
paul.armishaw@measurement. gov.aus
Preparation of reference materials, and establishment of
reference or assigned consensers values of PT materials
National Institute of Science and
Technology, U.S.A.
Kenneth Inn
Kenneth.inn@nist.gov.
Consultation of preparation of reference materials and conduct
of proficiency test
Mahidol University, Institute of
Nutrition, Thailand
Prapasri Puwastien
nuppw@mahidol.ac.th
ASEAN Foods and Consultation of preparation of reference
materials and conduct of proficiency test
Queensland Health Scientific
Services, Australia
Pieter Scheelings
Pieter_Scheelings@health..gld.gov.au
Asia Pacific Food Analysis Network (APFAN) Symposium
Malaysia
Physikalisch-Technishe
Bundesanstalt, Denmark
Manfred Kindler
ptb@manfred, kindler.de
Statistics on PT evaluation, findings for training on preparation
of PT samples
Centeor Nuclear La Reina Germany
EdwardoCortes
Escortes@cchen.cl
Proficiency Test
International Life Sciences Institute CHP, Japan
Dr. Takashi Tagami
Research and Development
Fontera Research Center
Prof. Marlena C. Kruger
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International Atomic Energy Agency
(IAEA), Austria, Viena
Dr. Najat Mokhtar
A study on the energy expenditure, body composition and
nutritional status among Filipino Elderly
United Nations Children's Fund
(UNICEF)
Mr. Edward Otico
Updating of the Nutritional Status of Filipino Children
Taiyo Kagaku
Dr. Lekh Kuneja
Funding Agency (Collaborative Project)
Cochran Felowship Program, U.S.
Department of Agriculture
Ma. Ramona C. Singian
Embassy of the United States of America
Human Nutrition and New Product Development Training
Southeast Asian Association of
Glutamate Science (SEAAGS)
Dr. Songsak Srianujata
Dr. Akarat Suksimcheep
Regional Study on Exposure of Consumers to Monosodium
Glutamate
World Health Organization
Dr. Cavalli Sforza
cavalli-sforza@wpro.who
Analysis of blood samples for hemoglobin and serrum ferritin
UNICEF
Dr. Nicholas K. Alipui
World Food Program (WFP)/United Nutrition and Food Survey
Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta,
USA
Dr. Usha Mandava
Proficiency test for serum retinol and urinary iodine excretion
Local linkages
Institution/Agency
Collaborative Project
The Coca Cola Export Corporation
Technology Generation for the Production of Fortified Health Drink Beverage Development
Printing of the quarterly FNRI Digest
Kineti-Kids: A Fitness Program for Schoolchildren
Health and Active Lifestyle (HAL) Page
Unilever Philippines
Development and printing of the 2008 Menu Guide Calendar
Nestle Philippines, Inc.
Establishment and launching of the FNRI Nutrition.School.ph
Pinoy Inc.
Development of a Technology for Ready-to-fry Frozen "Saba" Banana Turon
SAATCHI
Meal Plans for Kids
National Dairy Authority (NDA)
Changes in Bone & Mineral Content & Bio Markers of Bone Turnover in Filipino Children Fed with
Milk
National Nutrition Council (NNC)
Development and Standardization of Egg-based Recipes
Bureau of Jail Management and Prison
(BJMP)
Training on Meal Management and Food Handling
Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA)
Technology Generation Assistance: Glycemic Index of Coco-Sugar
Philippine General Hospital (PGH)
Serum Zinc Concentration of 0-10 Month Old Children
Moonbake Incorporated
Technology Generation for the Production of Chocolate Crinkles with Iron
GFI Enterprises
Generation of Technology for the Production of Nutritious Food Products
DOST-GIA
Supplementary Feeding among School Aged Children
Establihment of Shelf-life Testing Facility and Upgrading of Nutrition Capability for DOST 4, 7, & 10
Development of Beverage Products from Yacon
Development of Functional Food Products from Coconut Flour
Improvement and Validation of Devices for Iodine Salt
DOST-PCIERD
Establishment, Implementation and Meal Management System in all RDI's and Regional Offices Provision of Reference Materials and Subsequent Conduct of Proficiency Testing Program
Establishment, implementation and maintenance of management systems in all RDI's regional
offices
S&T Program for Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO)
Development of Functional Food Products from Coconut Flour
DOST-PCHRD
NUTRINET 20th Anniversary
Radioscope Events Management
Urinary Iodine Excretion of Selected Schoolchildren in Marinduque
About 26 on-the-job trainees were accepted by the Institute from various colleges and
universities
On-the-job trainings
U niversity/S chool
N umber
University of the P hilippines D iliman
D uration
1
April 10-June 5, 2007
University of Los B años
10
April 18-May 28, 2007
University of S anto Tomas (BS FT)
2
April 11-May 16, 2007
University of S anto Tomas
4
May 3-June 7, 2007
B icol University
2
April 16-May 29, 2007
D e La Salle University
1
April 16-May 7, 2007
P amantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
4
April 17-May 31, 2007
P amantasan ng Lungsod ng P asig
1
April 18-June 13, 2007
Imus C ompound C ollege
1
August 22-October 29, 2007
Total
26
Financial and Human
Resources Management
1. Financial Resource Management from General
Appropriations Act
80
70.97
70
64.8
In Million Pesos
60
50
63.6
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45.6
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2004
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2006
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Budget Trends by Expense Class
2001-2007
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2007 Total Budget: Php 70,971,000
Resource Generation
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Non-cash
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2007
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Breakdown of cash and non-cash resources generated
A. Cash - PhP 26,447.700
DOST-GIA/SET UP
21,540,050.00
Other government agencies
238,100.00
Private industry
399,000.00
International organizations
4,190,300.00
NGO/Foundation
79,800.00
Total
PhP 26,447.700.00
B. Non-Cash - PhP 6,432.000
Unilever
- printing of 2007 FNRI Menu Guide Calendar
250,000.00
The Coca Cola Export Corporation (TCCEC)
- printing of 2007 FNRI Digest
168,000.00
- launching of Nutrijuice
350,000.00
Nestle Philippines, Incorporated
- development and launching of NutritionSchool.ph
3,200,000.00
IAEA
- equipment donation
2,500,000.00
Total
6,432.000
2. Human Resource Management
The Institute’s Human Resource Development Program continued to further develop its
staff through local and international formal trainings. For 2007, a total of four (4)
technical staff had formal trainings abroad with three having graduated while one (1) is
still completing her masteral degree. On the other hand, 27 technical staff are currently
undertaking formal trainings in various schools and universities in the country, either
under a scholarship grant or on their own.
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Group
Profile of FNRI
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Date
Log Frame Development Training
FNRI
February 6, 2007
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FNRI
February 15, 2007
FNRI-GAD
March 22, 2007
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FNRI
June 14, 2007
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RUMD
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NAMD
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FSTD
August 31, 2007
FNRI
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FNRI
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FNRI Meeting Room
FNRI Lanai
FNRI Training Room
FNRI Library
FNRI Meeting Room
FNRI Meeting Room
FNRI Meeting Room
September 6-7, 2007
FNRI Meeting Room
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FNRI Library
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Seminar on Visualization and Illustration
RUMD
September 26, 2007
FNRI Library
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Updates on Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO)
RUMD
October 4, 2007
FNRI Library
22
Redefining Health
RUMD
October 5, 2007
FNRI Library
22
FNRI-GAD
October 19, 2007
Orientation on Laboratory Risk Assesment
FSTD
October 30, 2007
Echo-Seminar on "Body Composition Determination"
and "Ecological Footprints"
NSTD
November 13, 2007
RUMD
November 16, 2007
FNRI Library
23
Orientation and Familiarization of IT Facilities in the
Library
RUMD
November 16, 2007
FNRI Library
23
Planning Meals for Holiday
RUMD
November 22, 2007
FNRI Library
22
Libreng Demonstrasyon on Ham Making, Chicken
Maranao at Iba Pa
FNRI-GAD
November 28, 2007
FNRI Lanai
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Seminar on Gender and Communication
FNRI-GAD
December 7, 2007
Winederful: Cheers to Longer Life
RUMD
December 20, 2007
FNRI Library
24
The A-Z of Holiday Shopping
RUMD
December 20, 2007
FNRI Library
24
Hands-on Training on Liquid Detergent Making
Using Visual Aids in Presenting the Research Report
FNRI Meeting Room
FNRI Training Room
FNRI Training Room
FNRI Meeting Room
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E. Awards and Recognition
The FNRI Program Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE) Committee
conducted its annual search for a model employee for each division and two model
employees for the Institute. The awards aimed to encourage and recognize employees
who consistently demonstrate commitment, dedication and excellence in the
performance of their duties.
The FNRI Model Employee Awards (Agency Level) were granted to:
Romeo R. Artuz
FNRI Model Employee, Level I (Non-Technical)
Rodolfo Sumayao, Jr.
FNRI Model Employee, Level II (Technical)
The FNRI Model Employee Awards (Division Level) were given to the following:
Nutritional Assessment and Monitoring Division (NAMD)
Level II Ma. Anna Rita M. Ramirez
Research Utilization Management Division (RUMD)
Level I - Romeo R. Artuz
Level II - Carmelita C. Guilatco
Nutritional Science and Technology Division (NSTD)
Level II - Rodolfo E. Sumayao, Jr.
Food Science and Technology Division (FSTD)
Level I - Ruben M. Matanguihan
Level II - Mildred A. Udarbe
Office of the Director/Administrative and
Finance Division (OD/AFD)
Level I - Ivy Marie P. Palma
Level II - Robert Paulo T. Lumbatan
Exemplary Attendance and Punctuality Award
OD - Marlita A. Aguilos/Reynaldo G. Baldovino
AFD - Sofia B. Banta/Lolito G. Lugay/
Ivy Marie P. Palma
NAMD - Corazon M. Cerdena/Felicidad V. Velandria
FSTD - Charlie E. Adona/Pilar M. Matibag/Teresita
Quindara/Joyce R. Tobias
NSTD - Ermelita N. Bautista/Arsenia J. Cruz
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Bandila Award
Paz S. Lara
Most Prolific Writer Award
Catherine Rose P. Josue - Popular Writer Award (print media)
Leah A. Perlas - Scientific Writer Award
There were also awards received by other FNRI staff for exemplary performance in
sports. The Institute’s Chess Team placed third in the DOST-wide sports activity. Two
members of the team, Mr. Fernando G. Gregorio and Mr. Gil R. Artuz were named Best
in Board No. 3 and Best in Board No. 4, respectively. The other members of the Chess
Team were the following:
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The Institute’s Basketball Team was the 4th Runner-Up and the 1st Runner-Up in the
5th DOST All-Star (1st season game series) and the 5th DOST All-Star Invitational
Basketball League (2nd season game series), respectively. The members of the FNRI
Basketball Team were the following:
Team Captain: Charlie Adona
Members SR Serrano
F Trinidad
RC Pagador
M Sila
D Castillo
P Adona
J Ferrer
M Olay
HD Sanchez
R Acuna
L Quimanio
Outstanding Professional of the Year Award
Dr. Trinidad P. Trinidad was among the outstanding professionals for the year 2007 as
recognized by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
The awarding
ceremonies held at the Sofitel Hotel, CCP Complex, Manila last June 2007conferred the
Outstanding Professional of the Year Award in the Field of Chemistry to Dr. Trinidad for
her numerous contributions to the growth and development of Chemistry in the
Philippines.
AFMA R&D Award
Dr. Trinidad was also the senior author of an FNRI research paper entitled: “Nutritional
and Health Benefits of Rootcrops and Legumes” which was given the AFMA R&D
Award on October 7, 2007 at the Bureau of Agricultural Research, Department of
Agriculture.
PRC Outstanding Professional of the Year Award in Chemistry
2007 AFMA R&D Award
F. Other Accomplishments
The FNRI Institutional Ethics Review Committee (FIERC) reviewed and gave ethical
clearance to seven (7) FNRI projects in 2007.
The FIERC created in 2002 by virtue of FNRI S.O. No. 245, S2002 has the following
functions:
1. Evaluate the conduct of research in the Institute in accordance with nternational and
national guidelines, local laws, standards of professional conduct and practice, and
community mores, values and needs
2. Promote research integrity by identification and resolution of conflicts of interest
3. Establish appropriate mechanisms in all stages of the research project in order to:
a. ensure the safety, protect the rights and promote the welfare nd well-being of
human participants;
b. provide counsel to human participants including proponents and researchers;
c. ensure prompt reporting of changes in the protocol and unanticipated problems,
and;
d. ensure prompt documentation and adherence to the confidetiality rule and policy
on
informed consent; and
e. monitor progress of ongoing research.
4. Report to the institutional or national authorities any matter that affects the conduct
and ethics of research which in its view may affect the rights and
safety
of
research participants.
5. Keep a systematic and organized record of all proposals reviewed, including actions
taken and other pertinentinformation.
The FIERC was registered in the Philippine Ethics Review Committee (ERC)
Registry in December 2007 with Registry Number 07-021.
Front row from left: Dr. Florentino (Member); Dr. Aligui (FIERC Chairperson); Dr. Capanzana (FNRI Director);
Rev. Fr. Dollentas (Member). Standing from left: Dr. Sagum (FNRI); Ms. Udarbe (FNRI); Ms. Villapando
(Member); Dr. Malbas (FIERC Sub-committee Chair on Animal and Laboratory Use); Ms. Aguillos (FNRI); and
Ms. Mendoza (FNRI)
G. Recognition/Accreditation Received/Sustained
BFAD Recognized License-to-Operate (LTO) Food Processing Service Center
ISO/IEC 17025 Certified Food
Analytical Service Laboratory
BFAD Recognized Food Analytical Service
Laboratory on Chemical and
Microbiological Analysis
Future Directions
As FNRI turned 60, the Institute proved its unwavering dedication and commitment to
the conduct of research and development in food and nutrition.
As it continues with its mission to fight malnutrition with accurate data, correct
information and innovative technologies, the year 2007 brought the Institute one step
closer to its vision of “optimum nutrition for all Filipinos, socially and economically
empowered through scientifically sound, environment-friendly, and globally-competitive
technologies”.
In 2008, the FNRI will continue to undertake various projects and activities under its
major R & D and S & T programs on food and nutrition that are encased in its
Investment Portfolio. The R & D programs include those that address the nutritional
concerns of under-nutrition, over-nutrition, normal nutrition and other nutrition-related
problems; food quality and safety; and, development of tools and standards.
Quality S & T services like technology transfer and utilization programs will
continuously complement the R & D programs in providing various F & N stakeholders
with research data, information and technology. The projects and activities under each
program were formulated bearing in mind the Millennium Development Goals (MDG),
Medium-Term Philippine Development Plan (MPDP) for 2004-2010 and the DOST’s
Seven-Point Agenda (SEPA) and the Major Final Outputs (MFOs).
The FNRI will also be conducting projects related to nutrigenomics and application of
nanotechnology to food R&D, two new and emerging areas of R & D to help improve the
nutritional status of the population. Studies on nutrigenomics involve looking at the
interaction of genes and the bioactive components of foods, thus providing answers on
the possible effect of diet to health.
On the other hand, nanotechnology involves the creation and manipulation of
organic and inorganic matter at the nanoscale level for applications in areas such as
processing, ingredients and packaging.
With the application of nanotechnology research in food nutrients and food
components, the alteration of the chemical and biological properties and its effects on
bioavailability/absorption of nutrients can be studied. The safety implications of using
nanotechnology, e.g. possible adverse effects of nanoparticles incorporated in food and
nutritional products is another area that can be addressed.
The projects and activities to be conducted in 2008 constitute the research agenda of
the Institute as it furthers its endeavor to help improve the health and nutritional status of
the country’s most prized resource – the Filipino people.
The Institute also recognizes that for an effective and efficient conduct and
management of its research agenda, it has to continually build and strengthen its human
resource capabilities, expertise or proficiency in new areas of competencies.
Thus, in 2008, it will continue to provide opportunities for its staff to update their
knowledge and skills on the new developments in food and nutrition by enabling them to
attend formal and informal trainings here and abroad and conduct benchmarking
technology scanning activities as well.
This will enable the FNRI to meet the challenges poised by the problems of hunger,
poverty and malnutrition that continuously plague our population. Towards this end, 17
FNRI staff will continue to pursue masteral and doctoral courses in the fields of statistics,
chemistry, information technology, public management, development communication,
human nutrition, sociology and food science under the Accelerated Science and
Technology Human Resource Development Program (ASTHRD) and DOST scholarship
programs.
Hand in hand with the development and upgrading of its human resources, the
Institute is putting investments on the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment and the
upgrading/renovation and improvement of existing facilities.
Likewise, the Institute is working towards obtaining full financial support to its R & D,
S & T programs, and accreditation under ISO 9001:2005 Quality Management System to
pave the road for their fulfillment.
2007 FNRI Executive
Officials