Food for Thought - Nutrition awareness session at Elapully Panchayat

In the quiet village of Poolakkad nestled within Elappully Panchayat, a spark was lit—one that ignited awareness,curiosity, and mindful eating among its children. Under the inspiring initiative ‘Food for Thought’, Oleevia Foundation reached out once again to sow the seeds of nutrition literacy among young minds. With laughter in the air and eyes wide with wonder, the session turned into an experience of transformation. Women were not just passive listeners—they became detectives of food labels, explorers of hidden ingredients, and champions of healthier choices.
Flashy food packets like chips, colas, and processed drinks often hide unhealthy ingredients behind vibrant packaging, luring consumers with clever marketing tricks. Decoding nutritional labels is key to understanding what goes into your body, revealing high levels of sugar, sodium, and harmful additives like artificial flavors or preservatives in products like Maggi, Tang, Rasna, and packaged juices. These processed foods, often marketed as convenient or fun, can lead to sugar overloads, causing energy spikes, mood swings, and reduced focus. The connection between mental wellness and nutrition is strong, as poor dietary choices can negatively affect mood, energy levels, and cognitive function, while nutrient-rich foods support mental clarity and emotional balance. By reading labels carefully, you can spot hidden sugars, unhealthy fats, and chemical additives, empowering you to make informed choices and avoid the traps of misleading health claims or colorful branding.
Behind every meaningful social movement stands a visionary who dares to dream beyond the ordinary.The ‘Food for Thought’ initiative owes its momentum and direction to Shri Krishnakumar K T, Chairman and Managing Director of Oleevia Group. Recognizing the silent crisis of poor nutrition and packaged food addiction creeping into rural communities, he envisioned a project that doesn't just educate but transforms perspectives—especially among the most impressionable minds: our children.
‘Food for Thought’ has begun its journey, but its vision stretches far and wide. In every Panchayat, every Anganwadi, and every school we visit, we see the potential to create a ripple effect of change—from one child to an entire family, from one teacher to an entire village. As participants go back home and share what they’ve learned about harmful food ingredients, mental health links with nutrition, and food label literacy, a quiet revolution begins.
This is not just bout changing what’s on a child’s plate. It’s about changing mindsets, fighting misinformation, reclaiming India’s traditional wisdom on food, and inspiring lifelong habits that promote well-being.