Executive Order No. 51: The Milk Code

Executive Order No. 51, also known as The Milk Code, was signed into law in the Philippines on October 20, 1986. This order aims to promote and protect breastfeeding by regulating the marketing of breastmilk substitutes, supplements, and related products. It ensures that families receive accurate information about the proper use of these products and restricts advertising practices that could undermine breastfeeding.