Welcome to MNDA

A non-governmental organization of clinical nutritionists, Dietitians, nutrition researchers and all other nutrition experts from Myanmar.

Overall, the primary aim of the Myanmar Nutrition and Dietetic Association (MNDA) is to contribute to improved public health by promoting the importance of nutrition and dietetics and supporting the professional development and collaboration of nutritionists and dietitians in Myanmar.

Our Goals

Clinical and Public Health

The association aims to improve the health and well-being of the Myanmar population by promoting sound nutrition practices and dietary guidelines. This includes raising public awareness about the importance of proper nutrition in preventing and managing health conditions.

Regulations and Standard

The association may work towards establishing and maintaining professional standards and ethics within the field of nutrition and dietetics, ensuring that practitioners adhere to the highest quality of care and practice.

Research and Advocay

The association plays a role in promoting and conducting research related to nutrition and dietetics. It also advocates for evidence-based nutrition policies and guidelines at the national and regional levels.

Community Outreach

To actively engage with the community and address nutrition-related challenges, the association may initiate community outreach programs and educational campaigns. These efforts can include partnerships with schools, healthcare facilities, and other organizations to promote healthier diets and lifestyles.

Professional Development

It seeks to enhance the professional development of nutritionists and dietitians in Myanmar by providing opportunities for continued education, training, and certification. This includes organizing workshops, seminars, and conferences to keep members updated on the latest research and best practices in the field.

Latest News

Document: Ten healthy cooking practice (Myanmar Language)

Ten healthy cooking practices for conserving nutrients (Myanmar Language)  

WHO Guideline for complementary feeding of infants and young children 6-23 months of age

Overview Complementary feeding, defined as the process of providing foods in addition to milk when breast milk or milk formula alone are no longer adequate to meet nutritional requirements, generally starts at age 6 months and continues until 23 months of age. This is...

Chanllenge and Soultion for Myanmar children

The challenge The physical and mental health of a generation of Myanmar’s children is threatened by the current crisis. Social, economic and political uncertainty triggered by the military takeover of 1 February 2021 has put their futures, and even their lives, in...

THE STATE OF FOOD SECURITY AND NUTRITION IN MYANMAR

In this research note, researchers from the Myanmar Agriculture Policy Support Activity (MAPSA) provide an overview of the state of food security and nutrition in Myanmar using a recently collected household dataset. We examine food security using a household hunger...