KUALA LUMPUR, 28 MAY 2025 ― Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad (AMB) proudly reaffirms its commitment as the Main Sponsor for the sixth consecutive year of Nutrition Month Malaysia (NMM) 2025, held from 14 to 18 May at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya. This long-standing support underscores AMB's unwavering dedication to promoting healthier lifestyles and enhancing well-being through sustainable nutrition initiatives, benefiting Malaysians of all age groups.
This year's NMM 2025 theme, "Eat Right, Move More - Prioritize Health & Wellness," serves as a national call to action, encouraging Malaysians to adopt long-term healthy habits. These efforts aim to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and enhance overall health and quality of life.
At the same time, AMB focuses on the theme "Healthy Eating, Active Living" to inspire immediate and effective steps toward healthier lifestyles by emphasizing the importance of balanced nutrition and active living. Through this initiative, AMB seeks to foster a culture of wellness that prioritizes prevention and long-term health benefits, motivating individuals to make lasting improvements in their eating habits and physical activity routines. This theme aims to spark a sense of urgency and encourage sustainable lifestyle changes for the betterment of the nation's health.
With this mission, AMB aims to inspire Malaysians to embrace healthier lifestyles by encouraging them to cook more often at home using products like AJI-NO-MOTO® and AJINOMOTO Gyoza. Through the Smart Salt Concept interactive activity, participants learnedto prepare meals with AJI-NO-MOTO® to reduce sodium intake without compromising taste. Additionally, AJINOMOTO Gyoza offers a convenient and easy cooking solution for busy adults, enablinghealthier eatingdespite hectic routines.
By combiningbalanced nutrition with an active lifestyle, AMBpromotesboth physical and mental wellness through regular movement with aminoVITAL®. Attendees tookpart in the aminoVITAL® Ring Fit Challenge, a fun and engaging gaming activity that tested their fitness in an interactive way.
During theweekends, several stage activities added even more excitement to the event. The AJI-NO-MOTO® mini workshop allowed participants to create a delicious, reduced-sodium mini chicken and vegetable quiche, providing ahands-on cooking experience while educating them about healthier meal choices. Meanwhile, the aminoVITAL® cardio dance session kept participants energized and moving. The "Guess the Flavour" Gyoza challenge invited attendees to taste and identify the flavours of AJINOMOTO Gyoza, with prizes awarded to those who guessed correctly,enhancing the event's interactivity.
The event attracted over 4,500 participants this year, reflecting a growing public interest in healthier living. As part of the Ajinomoto Group's Creating Shared Value (ASV) initiative, AMB continues to foster a culture of wellness that positively impacts the health and vitality of communities across Malaysia. By empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to make healthier choices, AMB plays a crucial role in promoting a healthier and more active lifestyle for all Malaysians.
In line with its ongoing commitment, AMB will support the upcoming NMM Sabah on 19 June 2025 to further promote "Healthy Eating, Active Living" in preventing non-communicable diseases.