A 300-level Nutrition and Dietetics student at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Muslimat Alade, has launched a campus-based project, “Healthy Food for All,” urging students to ditch junk food and adopt healthy eating habits. Alade’s initiative is driven by concern over the rising consumption of unhealthy foods among students, which she believes poses serious health risks and undermines academic performance.
Alade emphasized that a balanced diet boosts brain function, physical well-being, and overall beauty, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2 and 3 – Zero Hunger and Good Health and Well-being. She noted that healthier alternatives like fruits and nutrient-rich meals can keep students energized and alert without negative side effects, unlike snacks, caffeine, and sugary beverages often relied upon during exams.
Despite funding challenges, Alade’s project has distributed food items to students on campus and in the host community, supporting those with limited access to proper meals. She thanked family and friends for their support and welcomed further assistance from individuals and organizations promoting youth health and wellness.
She emphasized that consuming a balanced diet not only boosts brain function but also enhances physical well-being and overall beauty. The project, according to her, aligns with Goal 2 and Goal 3 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — Zero Hunger and Good Health and Well-being.
In line with the initiative, Alade and her team distributed food items to selected students on campus and around the host community as part of efforts to support those with limited access to proper meals.
Speaking on funding challenges, she admitted that sourcing sponsorship has not been easy. However, she expressed gratitude to her family and friends for their moral and financial support, which enabled her to launch the project.
“This initiative is ongoing, and we welcome support from wealthy individuals and corporate organizations who believe in promoting youth health and wellness,” she added.
