Wednesday, August 31, 2022

1st Day of International Nutritional Webinar 2K22





St. JOSEPH’S COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (A) VISAKHAPATNAM

Reaccredited by NAAC  ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution

DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY

IN COLLABORATIONWITH IQAC

Invitation

INTERNATIONAL NUTRITIONAL WEBINAR 2K22

Lecture series for a National Nutritional week

 

Date- 1st  September, 2022                                                                      Time- 6 to 8 PM

Mode – Google meet

 

Program sheet

Time

Event

6.0 to 6.02

Welcoming note- Dr P. Mary Anupama

6.02 to 6.05

Prayer song- Miss Gracy

6.05 to 6.10

Rationale- Dr P. Mary Anupama

6.10

Introduction to chief guest- Dr Mousami Shnakar Addala

6.15

Inaugural lecture- - Unveil your Potential with Good Nutrition

Dr P. Kanchana, Head, Department of Biochemistry, St. Francis College for Women, Hyderabad

6.55

Q and A session- Dr Mousami Shankar Addala

7.0 Introduction to

Mrs G. Vasudha, Clinical nutritionalists, founder VG Nutriment by Dr Mousami Shankar

7.03 pm

Lecture by Mrs Vasudha

7.40pm

Q and A session and sharing of feedback form

7.45 pm

Closure for the Day 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

RATIONALE

Very good evening to our Principal Dr Sr Shyji, Vice principal, Sr Hema,  chief guest for today’s Program, Dr P. Kanchana, Head, Department of Biochemistry, St. Francis College for Women, Hyderabad, Heads of the departments, Faculties, research scholars and my dear students, a very good evening to one and all

 

In India, the first week of September is celebrated as National Nutrition Week. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness among the general public about the value of healthy eating practices and proper nutrition for upholding a healthy lifestyle. A balanced diet and an active, healthy lifestyle are required for this. The government launches programmes to promote nutrition awareness throughout this week.

Significance

In order to keep this cycle under control, well-balanced and nutritious food is crucial. Nutrition is at the centre of our daily life. The Food and Nutrition Board of the Government of India’s Ministry of Women and Child Development organises an annual week-long celebration of National Nutrition Week to inform people about this basic phenomenon. A balanced diet full of essential nutrients is essential for healthy development and function. A healthy diet is a mainstay for maintaining a healthy body in long run. It can help prevent various chronic diseases and improve the quality of life for people with diabetes and other non-communicable diseases. However, as people get older, their dietary requirements also change.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NUTRITION WEEK CELEBRATIONS-DAY 1

SPEAKER: DR. P. KANCHANA MA’AM

TOPIC: UNVEIL YOUR POTENTIAL WITH GOOD NUTRITION.

•Why is it important to eat healthily:

-The best way to live a healthy life is to eat a balanced diet

-To provide nutrients that your body needs to function.

-To give you more energy and alertness throughout the day.

-To prevent diseases and sickness ( diabetes, obesity, Anemia and Cancer).

 

•Fasting and its effects:

-when a person is fasting the blood glucose level, and metabolism (how much energy it needs to function) lowers.

-Causes us to burn less energy (fewer calories) and can lead us to gain weight when we eat our usual amount of food.

-leaves us with little energy because the body has run out of the fuel we get from food.

 

•“Women need fewer calories than men” but in many cases, they have higher vitamin and mineral needs.

-Adequate intake of calcium, iron and folic acid is of special importance for women.

-due to hormonal changes associated with menstruation and child-bearing, women are more susceptible than men to weakened bones and osteoporosis.

 

     Potatoes, bread, pasta and rice are fattening:

-there is no proof that carb-rich foods are more likely to make us gain

weight than any other food.

-It is an excess of calories that makes us pile o the pounds.

-In fact, it is the fat we add to carbs that boosts the calorie content for eg: butter, cream etc.

         Skipping meals help you reduce weight:

-people who skip a meal because they are not hungry can later gorge on high-calorie, nutrient-poor snacks between meals.

-skipping meals can also cause low sugar levels to fall too low; then when you do eat a big meal they can surge too high.

-skipping meals, paradoxically can also suppress appetite.

 

     Low-fat foods will always help you lose weight:

-foods which are described as ‘low-fat’ or ‘fat-free’ aren’t automatically low in calories or calorie-free.

-some low-fat products may actually be higher in calories than standard products.

 

         NUTRITION LABEL:

1.                           Start with the serving size

2.                           Compare the total calories to your individual needs.

3.                           Percent daily values be a guide.

4.                           Choose low in saturated fat, added sugars, and sodium.

5.                           Get enough vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre.

6.                           Consider the additional nutrients.

 

     TERMS IN NUTRITION LABEL:

-A food with 5% or less of a nutrient is low in that nutrient.

-A food with 10%—19% of a nutrient is a good source of that nutrient.

-A food with 20% or more of a nutrient is high in that nutrient.

     Foods with more than one ingredient must have an ingredient list on the label. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight. Those in the largest amounts are listed first. This information is particularly helpful to individuals with food sensitivities and food allergies, those who need to avoid certain ingredients or people who prefer a vegetarian eating style.

     SUGGESTIONS FOR A HEALTHY DIET:

-stay away from sweetened bottle drinks, especially sodas.

-include things in your diet like negative calorie foods eg; tomatoes and

watermelons.

-Increase fibre intake.

-Watch what you eat.

-Eat when you are hungry.

-Go easy on tea and coffee.

-Fix the time to eat meals and stick to it daily.

-Eat only fresh fruits, not preserved fruit juices.

 

GUEST SPEAKER: G. VASUDHA MA’AM

TOPIC: MAHILA SWASTHYA (WOMEN HEALTH)

 

@ CHILD NUTRITION:

Complete nutrition at the initial stage;

Development: Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months.

Macro-micro nutrients:  for  ideal  growth-  Traditional home foods compliment with breastfeeding.

ANTHOCYANIN Phytochemical for brain development;   memory boosting foods (Fatty fish, Blueberries, Turmeric, Broccoli etc).

 

@ TEENAGE NUTRITION:

Fruits and vegetables every day.

1,300 milligrams (mg) of calcium daily.

Protein to build muscles and organs.

Whole grains for energy.

Iron-rich foods. o       Limiting fat.

 

@AVOID DURING THIS STAGE:

-JUNK FOODS

-SCREEN TIME

-PACKAGED FOODS.

[ restricts daily necessary nutrients]

 

@ MOTHERHOOD AND NUTRITION

FOLIC ACID: REDUCES THE RISK OF SPINE AND BIRTH DEFECTS.

SOURCES: broccoli, brussels sprouts, peas, chickpeas, leafy vegetables, kale etc.

 

Qo POSTPARTUM NUTRITION:

Watch what you’re adding for weight loss;

1.                                        Quality

2.                                        Quantity.

3.                                        Watch salt intake.

4.                                        Watch for oil usage.

[Compliment with exercise 5 times a week]

 

@ FORTY PLUS & NUTRITION:

45-50 years- menopause

1,200 milligrams of calcium daily, paired up with 1,000 international units of vitamin D.






Youtube link for Day 1- https://youtu.be/uo9uGRnWyik



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