It took place at the Comprehensive Institute “R. Lanzino”Of via Negroni, Cosenza, the first day of the project “Rotary at school: fight against childhood obesity”an initiative promoted by Rotary Club Cosenza Telesio With the aim of sensitizing children and teenagers on the importance of proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.
The event started with the institutional greeting of the school manager Marina del Sordowho enthusiastically welcomed the delegation of Rotary led by the President Eugenio Rogano. In his speech, the manager underlined the fundamental role of the school in not only cultural, but also social and health and health of the students, highlighting how initiatives of this type contribute concretely to the conscious growth of the new generations.
Subsequently, Vincenzo UrsinoPresident of the Rotary District Commission and creator of the project, illustrated the purposes of the initiative, explaining how the prevention of childhood obesity represents an important challenge for public health. “Our goal” – said Ursino – “It is to provide children with concrete tools to adopt healthy food habits from a young age, thus contrasting the onset of pathologies linked to an incorrect diet and sedentary lifestyle”.
One of the most engaging moments of the day was the intervention of the Dr. Mario VertaFF director of the UOC of Gastroenterology of the Cosenza Hospital, who has been able to capture the attention of the young people present with a dynamic and interactive approach. Wearing the ordinance shirt, Dr. Verta spoke to the secondary school and primary school children, explaining clearly and simplicity the importance of proper nutrition and an active lifestyle. Thanks to his enthusiasm and the ability to involve, he has transformed a scientific topic into a moment of fun and stimulating learning.
During the meeting, crucial themes such as the excessive consumption of industrial foods, the importance of breakfast, the need to reduce sugars and fats in the daily diet and the value of physical activity have been addressed. The boys participated with great interest, asking questions and interacting with the speakers, demonstrating a strong curiosity and sensitivity towards the topic.
At the end of the day, the president of the Rotary Club Cosenza Telesio, Eugenio Roganoexpressed great satisfaction for the outcome of the meeting, underlining the importance of the collaboration between the world of school and that of associations to promote initiatives of high social value. “Days like this” – he said – “They make Rotarian life even more significant and repay all the efforts necessary for the organization of such important events. However, all this would not be possible without the support of a fundamental social pillar such as the school, which is increasingly demonstrated by an essential reference point for the growth of future generations “.
The event is part of a broader program of activities promoted by Rotary Club Cosenza Telesio in favor of the health and well -being of the youngest. In the coming months, the project “Rotary at school: fight against childhood obesity” It will continue with further meetings and initiatives, with the aim of spreading a culture of well -being and prevention between children and their families.