Dr. Mario Capanzana, PCFMI Executive Director, Speaks at ECCP Nutrition Forum
Manila, Philippines — Dr. Mario Capanzana, Executive Director of the Philippine Chamber of Food Manufacturers, Inc. (PCFMI), served as one of the speakers at the ECCP Nutrition Forum with the theme “2025 Nutrition Forum Feeding the Future: Nutrition, Cognition and Consumer Education” held on July 24, 2025, at Dusit Thani Hotel, Makati City.
In his talk, Dr. Capanzana emphasized the importance of functional ingredients in pre-packed foods and their critical role in the food supply chain. He underscored how these products support the delivery of balanced nutrition for Filipino families, particularly in emergency situations and in addressing the needs of today’s modern, fast-paced lifestyles. He recommended strengthening consumer education towards healthy and well-nourished Filipinos.
The forum, hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), gathered local and international experts as part of the panel, including the newly appointed Director General of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It was also attended by various industry stakeholders, including PCFMI Chairman and President and members of the PCFMI Board of Directors.
Dr. Capanzana’s participation reflects PCFMI’s strong commitment to advancing food and nutrition security in the Philippines through science-based and functional food solutions.
-Photos courtesy of ECCP.