MOPH urges healthy routines with start of school year in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: As students across Qatar returned to their classrooms for the new academic year, Ministry of Public Health has issued a reminder on the i...

Doha, Qatar: As students across Qatar returned to their classrooms for the new academic year, Ministry of Public Health has issued a reminder on the importance of fostering healthy routines that help support children's growth, learning and overall wellbeing. 

"By encouraging beneficial habits, we can help every child approach learning with confidence," the Ministry highlighted in a social media post, emphasizing that starting the day with a nutritious and well-balanced breakfast is key to healthy eating. 

Alongside this, MoPH shared several practical tips to promote healthy habits among schoolchildren:

- Involve children in preparing their own healthy lunchbox, while explaining the benefits of a nutritious, balanced diet.

- Offer healthy snacks such as vegetables, fruit, and unflavored low-fat yoghurt to maintain energy and concentration.