Vegetables serve as unique trophies at Taiwan hospital badminton match

In a display of creativity and environmental consciousness, the Changhua Show Chwan Hospital organized a badminton tournament with a unique twist: the trophies were made of fresh vegetables.

Instead of traditional materials like wood, plastic, or glass, winners were awarded prizes such as radishes, carrots, cucumbers, and bitter gourds. Even the bouquets for the winners were composed of vegetables like broccoli, lettuce, and colorful bell peppers, all locally sourced.

The event, which featured a ceremonial first serve by hospital officials and local legislator Huang Xiu-fang, aimed to encourage medical staff to cultivate healthy habits amidst their demanding work schedules. The innovative approach to awards was met with enthusiasm from the participants.

Recipients of the vegetable trophies expressed delight, with one winner of a cucumber trophy exclaiming how practical and nutritious the prize was. They noted that traditional trophies often end up gathering dust or being discarded as waste. This vegetable-trophy initiative not only avoids creating waste but also offers a humorous and memorable alternative, aligning with the hospital's commitment to environmental sustainability and reducing unnecessary expenditure.

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So practical, nutritious, and delicious!