NEWS: Karnataka Health Department issued a nutrition advisory for government offices, events, and eateries, promoting healthy, local, and sustainable food practices while banning plastic bottled water.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Plastic Ban in Eventsà Plastic bottled water prohibited, only filtered/boiled water in glass bottles or steel flasks allowed
• Healthy In-Office Meeting MenuàMillet-based low-fat snacks, Fresh fruits, salads, sprouts

Guidelines for Government Events

• Use of brown rice instead of white rice
• Mandatory: At least one local dish, Two millet-based dishes
• Fresh fruits/vegetables
• Non-veg: only lean, well-cooked white meat

Eateries in Govt Offices

• Include boiled horse gram, chickpea, or corn
• Promote low-fat, low-sugar beverages

Food Restrictions

• Avoid: Processed & microwave-heated food, High-fat, fried, spicy items, Carbonated drinks, sugary juices etc

Broader Objective

• Promote public health, sustainable consumption, and millet-based nutrition aligned with healthy lifestyle policies.