Chandigarh: The department of dietetics, PGI, on Saturday observed National Nutrition month by conducting a public forum themed ‘Obesity, diabetesand PCOS’. The event was organised under the banner of ‘Janta ke Saath PGI ka Haath’ and aimed at fostering awareness and dialogue on the critical role of nutrition in health and well-being.
The public forum brought together healthcare professionalsincluding nutrition experts, to discuss strategies for promoting balanced nutrition, latest research on dietary trends and practical approaches to improving nutrition in daily life.Dr. Nancy Sahni, chief dietician and head of the department of dietetics at the PGI, shared her insights into the root cause of obesity and related disorders and how nutrition plays a pivotal role in preventing and controlling the same.
The topics covered included nutrition and diet management for insulin resistance, infertility, diabetes, obesity, hyperglycemia, hormonal imbalance, Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and metabolic syndrome.“The importance of balanced diets, practical dietary habits, and a collaborative approach in tackling these issues cannot be overstated,” said Dr. Sanjay Jain, head of the Internal Medicine department.
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