Proper nutrition and avoiding junk food are key to children’s physical and mental development, speakers’ advice to Notun Kuri Sports 2026 participants
Dhaka, July, 2026: The Cube Institute, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth & Sports, organized a nutrition seminar on 20 July at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium to promote healthy eating habits among adolescent athletes participating in Notun Kuri Sports 2026.
The seminar, organized by the National Sports Council for 550 finalists aged 12–14, emphasized the critical role of balanced nutrition in supporting children's physical growth, mental well-being and athletic performance. Health experts and policymakers encouraged participants to reduce junk food consumption and adopt healthier dietary habits from an early age.
Nutritionist and Public Health & Wellness Consultant Israt Jahan highlighted that young athletes have higher energy and nutrient requirements. She enc...