M.Sc (Nutrition & Dietetics)

Nutrition studies Nutrients or valuable food elements which are the essential for the sustenance, maintenance and of growth the human body. Since the food elements are the primary source of the nutrients human diet acquires central importance in human health. The absence of proper nutrition in diet is termed malnutrition. Malnutrition is known to seriously impair health and development of mental and physical attributes. Hence Nutrition also explores the link of diseases and health issues, food allergies and intolerances with Nutrients. Nutritionists usually work in a research setting involving scientific aspects of food science or biochemistry.

Dietetics is scientific study of the human diet in perspective of Nutrition. In modern healthcare diet has become important for the individual and community in equal measure. The changing food pattern and erratic food habits have enhanced the role of nutritionists and dieticians. They plan healthy diets and corrective diet therapy considering the health age and food habits of individuals. They are also entrusted with the responsibility to educate the general public about right diet for appropriate nutrition.