NOVEMBER 2022

PG DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM & DIETETICS November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country team up to bring attention to diabetes. This year’s focus is on managing diabetes by building your health care team. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. It affects about 37 million Americans, including adults and youth. Diabetes can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart, and is linked to some types of cancer.Working with health care professionals who can offer you the personal care you need may help improve your health. And while it takes a team to manage diabetes, remember that you are the most important participant in your diabetes care. Here are some tips to help you manage diabetes and build your health care team. You are the center of your care Learn as much as you can about your disease and talk with your primary care provider about how you can get the support you need to meet your goals. Manage diabetes as early as possible Take steps to improve your health. Talk with your primary care provider about how you can manage your diabetes, follow the ABCs, and create a diabetes care plan. Research has shown that taking action soon after being diagnosed can help prevent diabetes-related health problems such as kidney disease, vision loss, heart disease, and stroke. If your child has diabetes, be supportive and positive. Work with your child’s primary care provider to set specific goals to improve their overall health and well-being. Build your diabetes health care team A team of health care professionals can tailor your care for your specific needs. Besides a primary care provider, your health care team may include a nutritionist and a certified diabetes educator. Ask your primary care provider if you should talk with other health care professionals about your diabetes. Prepare for visits with your providers Before your appointment External link, write down a list of questions, review your diabetes self-care plan, and record your blood glucose results. Take notes at your appointment, ask for a summary of your visit, or check your online patient portal Have a blood pressure check, foot check, and weight check. Talk with your team about medications and new treatment options, as well as the vaccines you should get External link to reduce your risk of getting sick. Start with small changes to create healthy habits Make physical activity and healthy eating part of your daily routine Set a goal and try to be active most days of the week and follow a diabetes meal plan. Choose fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, tofu, beans, seeds, and non-fat or low-fat milk and cheese. Consider joining a support group that teaches techniques for managing stress and ask for help if you feel down, sad, or overwhelmed. Sleeping for 7 to 8 hours each night can help improve your mood and energy level.

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM & DIETETICS OCTOBER

the European Space Agency astronaut and FAO Goodwill Ambassador, Thomas Pesquet surprised us with a message from outer space for the first edition of Junior World Food Day. This year, he was back on Earth and participated in its second edition alongside other exciting guest speakers including Lebanese media professional and FAO Goodwill Ambassador Darine ElKhatib and Spanish chef and food hero Joan Roca to call on young people to take action. The event also featured messages from FAO teams working in countries around the world that are experiencing food crises.

SEPTEMBER MONTH NATIONAL NUTRITION WEEK 2022

• Staff meeting was conducted on 13.09.2022. • Exam papers were corrected by respected subject staffs. • We organized National Nutrition Month [Traditional Food Festival] in association with ICDS, Tirupattur and all Faculty members, all students participated. • Faculties and Students from various department participated in anemic fireless cooking competition. • Students participated in Poster presentation competition.

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM & DIETETICS AUGUST

Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2022. Despite hopes that the world would emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic and food security would begin to improve, world hunger rose to as many as 828 million in 2021 following a sharp upturn in 2020 in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Severe food insecurity became more prevalent with 11.7 per cent of the global population facing food insecurity at severe levels. The number of people unable to afford a healthy diet around the world also rose by 112 million – to almost 3.1 billion, providing additional evidence that more people were not able to access safe, nutritious, and sufficient food. The report notes that despite progress in some regions, global trends in child undernutrition – including stunting and wasting, deficiencies in essential micronutrients, and overweight and obesity in children, continue to be of great concern. An estimated 45 million children under five years of age suffer from wasting, 149 million have stunted growth and development due to a chronic lack of nutritious food in their diets while 39 million are affected by overweight. Further, maternal anaemia and obesity among adults especially, continue to be alarming. And low and lower-middle income economies bear the greatest burden of stunting, wasting, low birthweight and anaemia cases.

JULY MONTH 2022

There are few things in life that bring us back to childhood like the taste of macaroni and cheese, its rich flavorful combination of pasta and rich cheeses never fails to satisfy our palette. National Mac & Cheese Day celebrates this dish and everything it means to us. Learn about National Mac & Cheese Day Mac & Cheese is one of the ultimate comfort foods. Typically made with the golden goodness of cheese, combined with milk or cheese and macaroni noodles, there is no denying that mac and cheese never fails to satisfy. This meal reminds a lot of people of one of the first dishes they created at home. For others, it is the side dish that they always order at a restaurant. There are then those that save it for a special treat. No matter what category you fall into, there is no denying that a dish like this deserves its very own day. There are many different variations of mac & cheese that have been made in recent times. A lot of people prefer the classic version. However, there are many people that have gotten experimental too, using different blends of cheeses and loading up on the seasoning. Bacon and jalapenos have also become two popular additions to the classic mac & cheese. Did you know that there is even a burger that is created with a mac & cheese bun? If you take a look online, you will see that there are plenty of recipes for burgers that are made with a bun of mac & cheese that is covered in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. Ever since a restaurant in America created this version of the burger, people have gone crazy for it! So, as you can see, there are so many different ways that you can enjoy this classic dish, and so you can have fun on National Mac & Cheese Day trying out different variations to see if you can come up with your own culinary masterpiece. Some fascinating facts about Mac & Cheese Mac & cheese is not only a delicious dish, but it is an official crayon color as well. In 1993, Crayola named one of its crayon colors ‘Macaroni and Cheese.’ Mac & cheese is considered a national dish in Canada. Plus, a box of Kraft Mac & Cheese is actually the most-purchased grocery product in the country. Did you know that American president Thomas Jefferson was a huge fan of mac & cheese? He imported Parmesan cheese and macaroni for use in his Virginia estate after trying the dish in both northern Italy and Paris. While mac & cheese is considered a response to the great depression, there have actually been similar recipes that have been around for centuries. In fact, in medieval England, there was a cookbook called Forme of Cury, and there was a pasta and cheese casserole dish, which was known as makerouns. The recipe is very similar to mac & cheese. History of National Mac & Cheese Day The History of National Mac & Cheese Day is the history of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, known throughout the world by various names, including simply Kraft Dinner in the Canada. While it seems a simple thing, a dish of macaroni with cheese, it was in fact quite an innovation for its time and started an important tradition in ready to prepare foods. Kraft Macaroni & Cheese was created as a response to the trying times of the great depression, there was a salesman who had an innovative idea. That idea being the sale of both cheese and macaroni together, so he began attaching packages of grated cheese to boxes of pasta. In part due to the conditions of its release, it became an absolute success. World War II saw the rationing of milk and dairy products, and due to shortages, many families were relying on dishes that had little meat in it. Macaroni and Cheese seemed the obvious solution and so its popularity spread like wildfire. James Lewis Kraft patented an important method of processing cheese that gave Kraft Macaroni & Cheese its unique orange color and has served as a signature trait of the product ever sc

June month

Healthy red food options for Juneteenth. We’re having a cookout as part of our Juneteenth celebration. Do you have any ideas about what foods to serve? First, it’s important to understand what Juneteenth is. Juneteenth is a holiday that began in Texas, signifying the date of June 19, 1865, when Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger told the slaves in Galveston, Texas, that the Civil War was over and that slavery had been abolished—two years after President Abraham Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation, which freed the slaves. The freed slaves began celebrating when they realized they were free, and thus the celebration became an annual tradition. As a result, the celebration of June 19 was coined “Juneteenth” and later became an official holiday in Texas in 1980. Yesterday, Juneteenth National Independence Day became an official federal holiday, after the U.S. Congress passed the Juneteenth Act and President Joe Biden signed it into law. And like many holidays, food is a big part of the celebrations. Juneteenth celebrations typically include picnics, barbeques, or cookouts, customarily celebrated with foods red in color. The color red is used to signify resilience and ingenuity in bondage, and it’s also a nod to drinks traditional to West Africa that were made with hibiscus flowers and red kola nuts, according to historian Adrian Miller. Hibiscus flowers are brewed into a reddish-purple bissap tea, while white or red kola nuts are traditionally served as snacks, as a water purifier, and steeped for tea, according to historians. Some red produce options for your Juneteenth celebration can include: strawberries, which are rich in vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, manganese, and potassium. They can be served whole or made into pies, or they can be added to freshly squeezed lemonade. red cabbage, which is rich in vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, calcium, iron, and magnesium. You could make a nice, crunchy red cabbage slaw with a red wine vinaigrette. raspberries, which are rich in vitamin K and magnesium, and a very good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C and manganese. They, too, can be served whole or made into pies or added to freshly squeezed lemonade. watermelon, which is rich in vitamins A, B6, and C, with lots of lycopene, antioxidants, and amino acids. beets, which are rich in vitamin C, iron, and magnesium. red beans, which are rich in protein, folate, iron, phosphorus, copper, and manganese. They can be made into red beans and rice. Red coloring in most fruits and vegetables contains antioxidants, which can reduce the risk of developing high cholesterol, hypertension and atherosclerosis, said Jenny Lobb, a family and consumer sciences educator for Ohio State University Extension. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). “Red fruits and vegetables can also lower the risk of developing different types of cancer, such as prostate cancer, and protect against heart diseases and improve brain function,” she said. Other traditional foods served at Juneteenth celebrations include collard greens; black-eyed peas; sweet potatoes; corn bread; red velvet cake; strawberry soda; fried fish; spicy hot links; and smoked, sauce-covered, barbecued meats. We’re having a cookout as part of our Juneteenth celebration. Do you have any ideas about what foods to serve? First, it’s important to understand what Juneteenth is. Juneteenth is a holiday that began in Texas, signifying the date of June 19, 1865, when Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger told the slaves in Galveston, Texas, that the Civil War was over and that slavery had been abolished—two years after President Abraham Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation, which freed the slaves. The freed slaves began celebrating when they realized they were free, and thus the celebration became an annual tradition. As a result, the celebration of June 19 was coined “Juneteenth” and later became an official holiday in Texas in 1980. Yesterday, Juneteenth National Independence Day became an official federal holiday, after the U.S. Congress passed the Juneteenth Act and President Joe Biden signed it into law. And like many holidays, food is a big part of the celebrations. Juneteenth celebrations typically include picnics, barbeques, or cookouts, customarily celebrated with foods red in color. The color red is used to signify resilience and ingenuity in bondage, and it’s also a nod to drinks traditional to West Africa that were made with hibiscus flowers and red kola nuts, according to historian Adrian Miller. Hibiscus flowers are brewed into a reddish-purple bissap tea, while white or red kola nuts are traditionally served as snacks, as a water purifier, and steeped for tea, according to historians. Some red produce options for your Juneteenth celebration can include: strawberries, which are rich in vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, manganese, and potassium. They can be served whole or made into pies, or they can be added to freshly squeezed lemonade. red cabbage, which is rich in vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, calcium, iron, and magnesium. You could make a nice, crunchy red cabbage slaw with a red wine vinaigrette. raspberries, which are rich in vitamin K and magnesium, and a very good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C and manganese. They, too, can be served whole or made into pies or added to freshly squeezed lemonade. watermelon, which is rich in vitamins A, B6, and C, with lots of lycopene, antioxidants, and amino acids. beets, which are rich in vitamin C, iron, and magnesium. red beans, which are rich in protein, folate, iron, phosphorus, copper, and manganese. They can be made into red beans and rice. Red coloring in most fruits and vegetables contains antioxidants, which can reduce the risk of developing high cholesterol, hypertension and atherosclerosis, said Jenny Lobb, a family and consumer sciences educator for Ohio State University Extension. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). “Red fruits and vegetables can also lower the risk of developing different types of cancer, such as prostate cancer, and protect against heart diseases and improve brain function,” she said. Other traditional foods served at Juneteenth celebrations include collard greens; black-eyed peas; sweet potatoes; corn bread; red velvet cake; strawberry soda; fried fish; spicy hot links; and smoked, sauce-covered, barbecued meats. Whichever foods you choose to add to your Juneteenth celebration, I hope that you enjoy your holiday.

World Health Day

MARUDHAR KESARI JAIN COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, VANIYAMBADI 

       DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND DIETETICS  

Department of Nutrition, FSM and Dietetics organised Food Exhibition on the theme “Nutrition through Life cycle” on the occasion to celebrate World Health Day on 07.04.2022

National Science Day and National Mathematics Day Celebration

 

 MARUDHAR KESARI JAIN COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, VANIYAMBADI 

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND DIETETICS  

National Council for Science, Technology and Communication & Tamil Nadu State Council for Science & Technology and Marudhar Kesari Jain College for Women Jointly Organised National Science Day and National Mathematics Day Celebration on 28.02.2022 & 1.03.2022

Students Achievement 2022

 MARUDHAR KESARI JAIN COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, VANIYAMBADI

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM AND DIETETICS

STUDENT' S ACHIEVEMENT 2022

    In the "NAKSHATHRA"- Virtual Inter Collegiate Cultural Fest for Girls Conducted by SRM College of Management on 17.03.2022 & 18.03.2022, Ms. Khushali V Jadeja from III B.Sc., Nutrition, FSM and Dietetics has participated in Dazzling Stars Competition and won SECOND PLACE  

Placement

 MARUDHAR KESARI JAIN COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, VANIYAMBADI

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM AND DIETETICS

STUDENT PLACEMENT RECRUITMENT 

    In the ON CAMPUS DRIVE- Corrohealth, Chennai conducted by Placement and Career Guidance Cell on 4, March, 2022 , 2 UG and 15 PG students of our department got selected.

UG 

1. C. Nabiya Kulsum

2. N. Uneza Iffath

PG

1. Agalya A

2. Akilandeeswari M

3. Asha G

4. Dhasmitha S

5. Jansi Rani D

6. Malusri N

7. Megala G

8. Mithra S

9. Monisha S

10. Padmasree R

11. PavithraV

12. Preethi G V

13. Swetha S

14. Thavasri G

15. Yashitha M

 

We thank our Management, Principal, PRO, HODs, Placement and Career Guidance Cell, Recruiters and all the Staff Members

Student's Achievement

 MARUDHAR KESARI JAIN COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, VANIYAMBADI

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM AND DIETETICS

STUDENT' S ACHIEVEMENT

    In the Intercollegiate Cricket Tournament , Ms. Girija J from III B.Sc., Nutrition, FSM and Dietetics and Ms. Sandhiya R from II B.Sc., Nutrition, FSM and Dietetics has won second place and are selected as Divisional Players 

Student's Achievement

MARUDHAR KESARI JAIN COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, VANIYAMBADI

DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION, FSM AND DIETETICS

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

    In the National level Seminar conducted at Islamiah College (Autonomous), Vaniyambadi on 24.12.2021, four of our students have participated from which S Rishandhini from I M.Sc., Foods and Nutrition participated in poster competition and has won I place.