LOCAL – Do not be afraid with the excessive consumption of candy

Marcela Arboleda Arias – [email protected]

Dietary Nutritionist Nelly Castillejo Padilla, a professor at CES University, says that consuming large amounts of candy can be harmful for children. minors because they have an immature digestion and do not tolerate certain amounts of additives or sugars.

"The digestive tract is affected by the excess of sweets.In addition, the oral health of the child may be compromised because high consumption of sugars causes tooth decay. On the other hand, the intestine can generate what we call osmotic activity, ie diarrhea with abdominal pain, "said the teacher.

Similarly, the nutritionist draws attention to the consumption of sugary processed foods that could result in overweight infants.

"In Colombia, childhood obesity is increasing and the consumption of sweets and sugars is directly related to caloric intake and weight, which is why we invite moderation and control", he added.

Recommendations

Although the consumption of food such as sweets or sweets will have an effect on the digestive system depending on age, weight and the size of the child, it is recommended to eat a portion of sweet food during the day.

The World Health Organization recommends eating a candy or two at most a day because candy consumption can move other foods that provide nutrients.

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Minors will no longer be alone in the streets from 11 pm

Work of the Ministry of Health ]

During the week of October 22-26, Pereira's Ministry of Health conducted several sanitary inspection operations, focusing on the confectionery outlets for the Halloween season.

"Last week, we controlled and supervised all the candy outlets, visited shelters, supermarkets, shopping malls, and so on. objective to ensure compliance with the health regulations in force, "said Adriana Posada, in charge of the dimension of risk factors for the consumption of food and beverages.

Thus, they carried out 39 inspections during which they took eight security measures in accordance with the confiscation and the destruction of the products at the latest at the expiry, products without registration Invima health, registration expired or false, sweets in bad state and absence of signaling. of the packaging. Finally, 501 commercial candy displays in bags, boxes and plastic packaging were destroyed.

Security Recommendations

– Do not receive candies from strangers. It is essential that parents accompany children.

– It is important for children to carry a card with their name, parents' names, phone number and address.

– Teach children how to call the 123 or 141 attention line when in doubt.

– If you have young children, try to travel during the day.

– Teach your children where to go if they get lost.

– Teach them to recognize the different uniforms used by authorities and emergency agencies.

– Determine where to meet in case of loss.

– Check that the candies are in good condition and discard any candy previously opened or broken.

– Avoid leaving children alone at home.

– Have the child identification and health documents to ensure their timely attention in case of loss, accident or emergency situation.

– Carry a cell phone to communicate quickly, stay in well-lit streets and always walk around the sidewalk.

– Report promptly to the police any incident that occurred against your children or another child.

– Do not let children buy, handle, or badist in places where gunpowder is burned.

The work of the police

The Risaralda police are currently developing a prevention and control campaign called "Committed to the month of safe candy", in which fun activities and Awareness-raising discussions made recommendations for safety and protection against any risk of violation of children's rights on this special date. As a result, they will develop special monitoring and control plans for public facilities, public places and land terminals, in coordination with other entities.

Similarly, the Pereira Police has several checkpoints in various points of the metropolitan area, such as major parks, petrol stations, commercial areas, cemeteries and squares, as well as a permanent escort in the transit system.

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Drivers, there are road closures

– Closures of vehicle roads will be closed and pedestrianization will be identical during races 7a. and 8a. from 17th street to 24th street from 16:00 m. until 10:00 pm

– Motorcyclists will not be allowed to take a man or a woman from 5:00 pm. m. until 31:59 on October 31st.

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In the celebration of Halloween, the use of flour, talc, egg, water or any other element generating a modification is prohibited.