Stunting in Filipino Adolescents 

Did you know that in the Philippines, 26.8% of adolescents are stunted? More than half have protein inadequacy and more than 75% have micronutrient inadequacy*. 

Adolescence is the time when the final major growth spurt occurs. Approximately 15-20% of adult height and 45% of adult bone mass are achieved during adolescence^. 

During this period, they experience a period of rapid growth, where up to 2x key nutrients are required, compared to before puberty. 

Scientifically designed to Support Growth

References:

*FNRI Individual Food Consumption Survey 2019.

^ Campisi, S, et al. Innocenti Working Papers no. 2018-12, UNICEF Office of Research.

~Regular milk is made from cow’s milk that contains proteins, fats, lactose and various vitamins and minerals which are also used as food or nourishment for children. ​

**de Onis M. Child Growth and Development. In: de Pee S, Taren D, Bloem MW, eds. Nutrition and Health in a Developing World. Cham: Springer International Publishing; 2017:119-141.

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