Nutrition for Vietnamese People: A mission of “Eat Right - Drink Right - Live Healthy”

As the national public broadcaster, Vietnam Television assures viewers that this is a specialised educational and scientific communication programme, designed to raise public awareness of the importance of nutrition for  physical development, cognitive growth, and overall well-being. The programme also aims to promote healthy eating habits across all age groups, contributing to the implementation of Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in education and training, as well as Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW on healthcare improvement and public health.

Nutrition for Vietnamese People is created with a single-minded mission: to support Vietnamese families on  their journey to “Eat Right - Drink Right - Live Healthy”. The programme transforms scientific and medical knowledge into accessible and practical guidance, empowering households to choose balanced diets suitable for each life stage. Good nutrition is not  just important in childhood; it provides a   foundation  for life, from pregnancy and the first 1,000 days of life, through the crucial school years (aged 2 to 12), to adulthood and elderly care. Notably, 86% of a person’s height is formed between the ages of two and 12, a significant scientific indicator for future health and the strength of the nation.

Each episode is carefully crafted into four key parts, combining expert insights, interaction, and human-centered values. Nutrition News provides updates on the latest scientific information from Vietnam and around the world. Eat Right - Drink Right - Live Healthy features top specialists discussing nutrition and health at different stages of life. “Expert Viewpoint” offers direct answers to audience questions,  bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and real-life concerns. “Flowers of the Land” showcases seasonal agricultural produce from various regions, analyzing  its  nutritional values with using a modern AI knowledge model that presents information  in an  engaging  and intuitive way.

With the message “Eat Right - Drink Right - Live Healthy”, the programme hopes to become a trusted companion of every Vietnamese household, helping viewers understand and apply nutritional science correctly , improve  their  physical and mental well-being, and move toward a more  sustainable nutritional environment. The mission is clear: to nurture a healthier, stronger, more confident, and compassionate generation for Vietnam’s future.

“Nutrition for Vietnamese People” airs weekly on Saturdays at 13:00 on VTV1, with each episode lasting 45 minutes. Please stay tuned!