10/10/2026
HEALTH AWARENESS PROGRAMME REPORT UNDER POSHAN MAAH
A Health Awareness Programme was organized on 09 October 2026 at Madangir, New Delhi, under Poshan Maah, by the Mobile Health Care Programme unit functioning under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) of the Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine (RRIUM), New Delhi, under the overall supervision and guidance of Dr. Zaki Ahmad Siddiqui. The programme was attended by 32 beneficiaries from the local community.
The programme was conducted on the theme “Prevention of Lifestyle Disorders through Unani Concepts of Asbab-e-Sitta Zarooriya, with Special Focus on Ghiza (Diet) and Naum (Sleep)”. Dr. Noman Khan, the resource person, delivered an informative lecture highlighting the importance of balanced nutrition, healthy dietary practices, and adequate sleep in maintaining good health and preventing lifestyle-related disorders. He explained the relevance of Asbab-e-Sitta Zarooriya, the six essential factors for the maintenance of health according to the Unani system of medicine, and emphasized their practical application in daily life.
While discussing Ghiza (diet and nutrition), the speaker highlighted the importance of consuming a balanced and nutritious diet, maintaining moderation in food intake, and avoiding excessive consumption of fats and processed sugars. He encouraged participants to adopt healthy eating habits to support normal metabolic functions and promote overall well-being. While explaining Naum-o-Yaqzah (sleep and wakefulness), he emphasized the importance of adequate and timely sleep, maintaining a regular sleep-wake cycle, and avoiding unnecessary late-night wakefulness.
The programme also highlighted the importance of nutrition awareness and healthy lifestyle practices in achieving the objectives of Poshan Maah. Participants were sensitized to the role of proper nutrition, healthy routines, and preventive healthcare in maintaining good health and reducing the risk of lifestyle disorders. The programme successfully disseminated health-related information among 32 beneficiaries and contributed to promoting awareness regarding nutrition and the preventive principles of the Unani system of medicine under the Poshan Maah initiative of RRIUM, New Delhi.