“Sneak peak into the world of nutrition ”
A guest lecture on “Sneak peak into the world of nutrition ” was conducted on 18th November 2022. Dr. Sweatha H E, Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, JSS Academy of Higher studies and Research, Mysore, Karnataka explained about Nutrition, nutrients groups and provided a glimpse on food packaging, food labelling and advertising. The lecture covered various parts of diets and different types of diet and how lifestyle plays a significant role in the diet of an individual. Nutrition is a critical part of health and development. Better nutrition is related to improved infant, child and maternal health, stronger immune systems, safer pregnancy and childbirth, lower risk of non-communicable diseases (such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease), and longevity.
More than hundred students attended the session which proceeded for two hours (10:30- 12:30pm) and it was an interactive and interesting session. We could witness the students active participation in the talk. Many queries and questions were raised by the students and Dr. Sweatha H E was kind enough to answer all of them.