About the Program
This program is designed to promote awareness about the importance of proper nutrition in maintaining women’s health and well-being. Organized in connection with International Women’s Day, the program focuses on educating women about balanced diets, essential nutrients, and healthy lifestyle practices that support their physical and mental health at different stages of life.
The program introduces key concepts related to women’s nutritional requirements, prevention of common deficiencies such as iron and calcium deficiency, and the importance of adopting sustainable and healthy eating habits. It also emphasizes practical strategies for planning nutritious meals using locally available and affordable foods, helping women make informed choices for themselves and their families.
By the end of the program, participants will gain a better understanding of the role of nutrition in disease prevention, improved energy, and overall wellness. They will also be encouraged to prioritize self-care and adopt healthy dietary practices that contribute to a stronger, healthier community and a better future for women.
Objectives of the Program
- To increase awareness about the nutritional needs of women at different life stages (adolescence, reproductive age, pregnancy, and menopause).
- To educate participants on the prevention of common nutritional deficiencies such as anemia, calcium deficiency, vitamin D deficiency, and lifestyle-related disorders through balanced diet practices.
- To empower women to adopt sustainable and practical dietary habits that promote long-term health, productivity, and well-being
Expected Outcomes of the Program
- Improved knowledge regarding balanced diet and micronutrient requirements, leading to informed food choices.
- Greater awareness about early signs of nutritional deficiencies and the importance of timely screening and intervention.
- Motivation among participants to implement healthier eating habits, contributing to improved personal and family health outcomes
Target Audience: Faculties and Female students of Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences
Committee Members
- Dr. Venkatesh Jayadutt, Principal, Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences
- Mr. Arunraj Pusthela, Professor, Department of Anatomy, AIAHS
- Ms. Priyanka Patnaik, Professor and HOD, Department of Optometry, AIAHS
- Ms. Sripathi Sowmya Priya, Professor and HOD, Department of Microbiology, AIAHS
- Mr. Prince James S Bangera, Associate Professor and HOD, Department of Hospital Administration, AIAHS
- Mr. Manjunath Kuntoji, Associate Professor, Department of Hospital Administration, AIAHS
- Ms. Laxmitha Shetty, Lecturer, Department of Renal Dialysis Technology, Women’s Cell Coordinator.
- Ms. Sunaina S. Warrier, Lecturer, Department of Occupational Therapy, Women’s Cell Co-Coordinator
Resource Persons
Dr. Anuradha Ananthamurthy
Designation: Professor of Pathology
Ex- Vice Dean,
St John’s Medical College Bangalore
Chief Guest
Dr. Bhagirathi V
Designation: Director – Academics,Training, and Placements.
Acharya Institutes,Bangalore.
Guest of Honor
Ms. Jyothsna Devi Kuchipudi
Designation: Ms. Jyothsna Devi Kuchipudi
Assistant Professor,
Dept.of Allied Healthcare & Sciences,
Jain (Deemed-to-be University), Bangalore