Ha aprobado una moción para impulsar el consumo de verduras y frutas frescas de temporada

El Ayuntamiento de Fuenlabrada promoverá menús escolares saludables y equilibrados en los centros educativos, donde se consuma productos frescos y de temporada, provenientes siempre que sea posible del Parque Agrario de Fuenlabrada. Además, se llevarán a cabo programas de promoción y divulgación sobre la importancia de consumir frutas y verduras frescas. La moción aprobada cuenta con el apoyo del PSOE, la oposición de Vox y Más Madrid, y la abstención del PP, alineándose con el Real Decreto de abril que establece normas para fomentar una alimentación saludable en los centros educativos.

El Ayuntamiento se compromete a seguir promocionando huertos para autoconsumo, la donación de vegetales a bancos de alimentos y otras iniciativas ciudadanas que busquen mejorar la salud y el bienestar para abordar la inseguridad alimentaria.

En resumen, se promoverán menús escolares saludables con productos frescos y de temporada, se fomentará la concienciación sobre la importancia de consumir frutas y verduras frescas, y se apoyarán iniciativas que promuevan la alimentación saludable en la comunidad. In addition, it will promote programs to raise awareness about the importance of consuming fresh fruits and vegetables.

The full council approved a motion today with the votes in favor of the PSOE, against Vox and Más Madrid, and the abstention of the PP, aligning with the Royal Decree approved last April that establishes the rules for the development of the Food Safety and Nutrition Law to promote healthy and sustainable eating in educational centers.

In the approved motion, the City Council commits to continue promoting vegetable gardens for self-consumption and the donation of vegetables to food banks, as well as other citizen initiatives aimed at improving health and well-being, thus tackling food insecurity.

Additionally, the City Council will implement initiatives to encourage the consumption of fresh produce, such as organizing workshops on healthy eating, providing educational materials on the benefits of fruits and vegetables, and collaborating with local markets to promote the availability of fresh produce.

Furthermore, the City Council will work with schools to incorporate nutrition education into the curriculum, ensuring that students learn about the importance of a balanced diet and the role of fruits and vegetables in maintaining good health.

Moreover, the City Council will support local farmers and producers by promoting the consumption of locally grown fruits and vegetables, organizing farmers’ markets, and implementing initiatives to reduce food waste and promote sustainable farming practices.

Overall, the City Council’s commitment to promoting the consumption of fruits and vegetables aligns with national efforts to improve public health and well-being through healthy eating habits. By raising awareness, providing education, and supporting local producers, the City Council aims to create a culture of healthy eating that benefits both individuals and the community as a whole. 

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