Kowsalya, S.

• Body Composition Measures among Adults in Coastal and Urban Areas of Ernakulam District, Kerala

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Authors

Anu Joseph ¹, S. Kowsalya ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Home Science, St.Teresa's College, Ernakulam, Kerala, IN
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 50, No 9 (2013), Pagination: 356-363

Abstract

Nutritional, demographic, epidemio- logical and socio-economic transitions are occurring in many developing countries. This "nutritional transition" encompasses changes in a range of risk factors and diseases. Obesity is a complex, multi-factorial disorder that develops from an interaction of social behavioural, cultural, physiological, metabolic and genetic factors. Globally, 6.7 per cent are underweight, 25.7 per cent are overweight and 8.9 per cent are obese. In India, obesity is emerging as an important health problem paradoxically co-existing with under nutrition. The prevalence of obesity in India is 16 per cent in women and 12.1 per cent in men.

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• Impact of Raising Kitchen Garden and Nutrition Education on Iron and Vitamin A Nutriture of Adolescents

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Authors

S. Shunmukha Priya ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore–641043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 50, No 5 (2013), Pagination: 181-188

Abstract

Adolescence is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood. It is characterized by rapid physical, biological and hormonal changes resulting in psycho- social, behavioral and sexual maturation. During this period, upto 45 per cent of skeletal growth takes place, 20 per cent of adult height is achieved, 50 per cent of adult weight is gained, upto 37 per cent of total bone mass may be accumulated and organs and red blood cell mass increase in size. A base line survey on five east and north - eastern states of India found that, on an average 50 per cent of women, 50-60 per cent of adolescent girls and 60-70 per cent of children are anaemic. The prevalence of nutritional blindness due to vitamin A deficiency is 0.04 per cent and Bitot's spot has been about 0.7 per cent and also anaemia was prevalent among males in the age group of 12 - 19 years. Increasing nutrients as well as responsibilities and problems, changing lifestyle, food habits, figure consciousness, peer pressure and behavioral changes affect food intake among adolescents. Rapid growth rate coupled with inappropriate nutrient intake increases the risk of micronutrient deficiencies among this population. In India, iron deficiency, vitamin A deficiency and iodine deficiency disorders are of greatest public health significance. Apart from these, other deficiencies in relatively lesser magnitude are zinc, folic acid, vitamin B12 and other B-complex vitamins and fluoride deficient dental caries.

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• Formulation and Evaluation of Nanoparticles of Almonds in Hypercholesterolemia

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S. Premakumari ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, V. V. Mujumdar ¹, Nirmalkumar Rakshe ², Vinayak Kale ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641043, IN
2 Institute of Applied Research, Pune - 411026, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 51, No 1 (2014), Pagination: 1-10

Abstract

Almonds were fabricated into nanoparticles by top down approach using cryogenic ball milling machine and also ground to form almond paste. The nanopaste was characterized using SEM, EDS, uv- Spectroscopy and FTIR Results revealed that the size of almond nanoparticles were in the range of 54-96nm and supplementation of 2g of almond nanopaste for a period of two months brought about reduction in lipid profile of hypercholesterolemic subjects.

Keywords

Nanotechnology, Almond Nanoparticles, Hypercholesterolemia, Lipid Profile, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Energy Dispersive Spectrometry, UV Visible Spectroscopy Analysis, FTIR Spectroscopy.

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• Total Phenol, Flavonoid and Antioxidant Activity of Black and White Rice in Raw and Cooked form

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Authors

J. Sridevi ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, N. Bhooma Mani ¹, V. K. Gopalakrishnan ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN
2 Department of Biochemistry, Karpagam University, Coimbatore - 641 021, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 51, No 4 (2014), Pagination: 348-357

Abstract

This study was carried out to evaluate the antioxidant activities of ethanolic and aqueous extracts of black and white rice in raw and cooked form in various in vitro systems. Antioxidant and radical scavenging activities of black and white rice were assessed by using DPPH radical scavenging activity and reducing power assays. The antioxidant activity of samples was increased in a concentration or dose dependent manner. In DPPH radical scavenging activity, black rice raw ethanolic extract showed a higher inhibition activity of 88.24%. The reducing ability of ethanolic extract of raw sample of black rice was found to be 1.3 at OD700, high among all the rice samples in different processing and in different extracts. Natural antioxidants like total phenols and total flavonoids were found to be higher in the raw sample of black rice in ethanolic extract i.e. 569.67±1.98 and 144.67±0.89 mg/100 g.

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Black Rice, White Rice, Total Phenol, Flavonoid, Antioxidant, Raw, Cooked.

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• Impact of Supplementation of Carotino Oil on Blood Glucose, Lipid Profile and Antioxidant Status of Healthy Volunteers

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Authors

M. Ramya Siva Selvi ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 52, No 1 (2015), Pagination: 57-69

Abstract

The study aimed at assessing the impact of supplementation of nutraceutical rich carotino oil on the blood glucose, lipid profile and antioxidant status of healthy volunteers. Among the 40 subjects selected at random based on their willingness to participate in the study, 20 formed the control group while the other 20 formed the experimental group. Purposive sampling was used for the selection of subjects. Fifteen mL of carotino oil was given to a group of 20 healthy subjects each in the experimental group I (20-40 years) and 10 subjects in experimental group II (40-60 years), respectively whereas the 10 subjects each in the control groups I and II belonging to the respective age categories were not given any supplementation. Before and after supplementation, the biochemical parameters namely fasting blood glucose, lipid profile including total cholesterol, low density lipoprotein and high density lipoprotein and antioxidant status of the subjects namely a carotene, vitamin C, superoxide dismutase and total antioxidant activity were analysed. The study in healthy volunteers showed that carotino oil helped to maintain the blood glucose level, improved antioxidant status and lipid profile. Hence, carotino can be recommended for degenerative disorders namely, type II diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases.

Keywords

Carotino Oil, Blood Glucose, Lipid Profile, Antioxidant Status.

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• Development and Nutritional Evaluation of Egg Shell Powder and its Nanoparticles

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore – 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 52, No 4 (2015), Pagination: 380-389

Abstract

Egg shell waste is available in huge quantities from food processing, egg breaking and hatching industries. It is estimated that worldwide about 250,000 tonnes of egg shell waste is produced annually. Development and characterization of egg shell powder would result in additional benefit of substantial and better physical, chemical and biological properties. Thus the aim of the study was to develop and nutritionally evaluate egg shell powder and its nano particles. The egg shell nanoparticles were prepared by the method of chemical precipitation using aqueous slurries of egg shell bio-waste and treatment with phosphoric acid and ultrsonication. The developed nanoparticles were characterized by UV spectra, SEM, zeta potential and FTIR. Results revealed that the developed nano particle size was 79.1nm and spherical in morphology. Zeta potential analysis revealed less stability of egg shell nano particle. FTIR analysis showed significant peak of egg shell particles at 1106cm^-1 and two absorbable peaks at 1197cm^-1 and 912cm^-1. Macro and micronutrient of egg shell powder and its nanoparticles were similar. Hence egg shell powder and its nanoparticles may be considered as a natural, novel and potential source of calcium supplementation. In depth studies are recommended to substantiate the results obtained in the study.

Keywords

Egg Shell, Nano Particles, Characterization, Calcium, FTIR, SEM.

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• Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Consumers towards Food Safety

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S. Premakumari ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, E. Kalai Selvi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 49, No 10 (2012), Pagination: 409-416

Abstract

Food safety is receiving attention worldwide as the link between food and health and improving food safety is an element in improving food security. The Government is anxious to ensure the safety, hygiene and quality of food and to protect the health of consumers. Consumers also, consider more sanitary and hygienic ways of food preparation as a criterion for choosing a specific food service establishment. As the international commerce expands and people eating outside the home have enormously increased, food-borne Illnesses have become a major public health focus worldwide.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 49, No 10 (2012), Pagination: 451-452

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Book Review Title:

* Nutrition and Fitness: Cultural Genetic and Metabolic Aspects.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 49, No 2 (2012), Pagination: 85-86

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Book Review Title:

* Pediatric and Inflammatory Bowel Disease Perspectives and Consequences.

 

 

 

 

 

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• Magnitude of Malnutrition and its Effects on Growth and Health Status among Preschoolers

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Authors

K. Amrutha Veena ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore- 641 043, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 49, No 3 (2012), Pagination: 93-102

Abstract

Humans require at least 49 nutrients to meet their metabolic needs. In adequate consumption of even one of these nutrients will result in adverse metabolic disturbances leading to sickness, poor health, impaired development in children and large economic costs to society. Micronutrient deficiencies are typically due to in adequate food In take, poor dietary quality, poor bioavailability and/or the presence of infections.

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• Body Composition of overweight and Obese Adolescent Girls (15 - 19 Years)

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S. Premakumari ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, J. Anu Bhushani ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore-641043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 49, No 1 (2012), Pagination: 1-10

Abstract

Adolescence is the period of transition between childhood and adulthood that involves biological, cognitive and socio - emotional changes. WHO defines "adolescents" as individuals in the 10 to 19 years age group. The most important predictor of adult obesity appears to be adolescent weight and changes of Body Mass Index (BMI) during this time. Growth and development in children and adolescents are associated with changes in body composition that affect body fatness and leanness. Body composition, used as one of the measures of growth is commonly defined as the proportions of fat, muscle, bone and other tissues in the body. Studies on body composition using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) method are scarce in India; hence, this study was an effort to provide data on the body composition of normal, overweight and obese adolescent girls aged 15 to 19 years.

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• Prevalence of overweight and Obesity among Different Age Groups of Population in Ernakulam District

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Authors

Anu Joseph ¹, S. Kowsalya ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Home Science, St.Teresa's College, Ernakulam-682 011, IN
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Deemed University for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 48, No 7 (2011), Pagination: 281-289

Abstract

Obesity has become the leading metaboiic disorder in the world and is referred to as the global epidemic by WHO. Prevalence of obesity varies amongst countries depending upon environmental and behavioral changes brought about by economic development, modernization and urbanization. The variation in prevalence of obesity epidemic in various races and communities of the world may be attributed to heredity, age, sex, diet, eating patterns, life style and or behaviour1. Globally, 6.7 per cent are underweight, 25.7 per cent are overweight and 8.9 per cent are obese. More than 1.1 billion people are estimated to be overweight, of whom around 320 million are obese. WHO projects that by 2015, approximately 2.3 billion adults will be overweight and more than 700 million will be obese. Nearly 43 million children under the age of five were overweight in 20103. According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 2007-2008), over two-thirds of adults in the United States are overweight and over one-third are obese (around 66% overweight and 32% obese)', in India, obesity is emerging as an important health problem paradoxically co-existing with under nutrition.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 48, No 3 (2011), Pagination: 133-133

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Book Review Title:

* Biotechnology:Food Fermentations (Microbiology, Biochemistry and Technology) Volume II Applied.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 47, No 12 (2010), Pagination: 545-545

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Book Review Title:

* Biotechnology:Food Fermentation (Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Technology).

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 47, No 6 (2010), Pagination: 279-279

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Book Review Title:

* A Handbook for Tomorrow’s Dietitians.

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• Development and Evaluation of Extruded Products from Amaranthus Incorporated Nutritious Mix

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S. Kowsalya ¹, R. Indra ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore – 641043, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 47, No 7 (2010), Pagination: 285-292

Abstract

India is one of the major contributors of agricultural produce to the world. Though the country has attained food security at the national level, hunger and malnutrition continue to haunt india despite Green, White and IT revolutions and economic reforms. Thus it is found that the country has to attain food security at household level. The main reason behind the lack in household food security is due to post harvest losses. Food processing is an important element to prevent post harvest losses and provide a better shelf life and nutrient quality. Processed foods include convenient foods like instant mixes, extruded foods, canned foods and dehydrated foods. Among the processed foods, extruded products and nutrient mixes have better shelf life and are easily acceptable by ail age groups.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 47, No 4 (2010), Pagination: 171-171

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Book Review Title:

* Water Activity in Foods: Fundamentals and Applications.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 46, No 11 (2009), Pagination: 479-480

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Book Review Title:

* Performance Functional Foods.

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• Nutritive Value of Solar and Conventionally Cooked Foods

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Authors

Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, Gnanasakthi Jagadeesan ², R. Jeya Gowri ², S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore -641 043, IN
2 Department of Resource Management, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore -641 043, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 46, No 6 (2009), Pagination: 223-233

Abstract

Food is the chief materiai that is being utilized by the body for the growth, repair and maintenance of vitoi body processes. Good nutrition is an obsoiute requirement for sound physical and mentai heoith. Nutrients are chemical substances which are necessary for the proper functioning of the body. Nutrients in foods ore affected by various practices of handling and preparation. Cooking often destroys considerable quantities of vitamins and minerals a nd denatures some constituents In food. The Influence of heat during cooking may destroy the nutrient profile of the foodstuffs.

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• Sub-Chronic Toxicity of Ekanayakam (Salacia reticulata] in Albino Rats

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Authors

S. Premakumari ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, S. Sailaavanya ¹, V. V. Mujumdar ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN
2 Institute of Applied Research, Pune, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 46, No 1 (2009), Pagination: 1-13

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Diabetes mellitus is third most common and significant chronic endocrine disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. It has a profound effect on health, quality of life and financial burden of both the individual and society.

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• Impact of Supplementation of Food Based Antioxidant Mix on the Antioxidant Status of Selected Breast Cancer Patients

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, S. Ramalingam ², s Ithayamalar ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore, IN
2 Department of Pharmacology, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 45, No 7 (2008), Pagination: 257-263

Abstract

Cancer is becoming an increasingly important factor in the global burden of disease. Globally, breast cancer is the third most common after lung and stomach cancers. It ranks second after cervical cancer in India.

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• Prevalence and Epidemiological Factors Associated with Obesity among Adults in Ernakulam District, Kerala

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Authors

Anu Joseph ¹, Rashmi H. Poojara ¹, S. Kowsalya ², S. Radha Devi ²

Affiliations
1 St.Teresa's College, Ernakulam, Kerala, IN
2 Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 45, No 10 (2008), Pagination: 399-409

Abstract

During the past few decades, the prevalence of obesity has grown to epidemic proportions and this condition is now known to be a major contributor to the global burden of disease. World Health Organisation's (WHO) latest projections indicated that globally in 2005 approximately 1.6 billion adults (age 15+) were overweight and at least 400 million adults were obese. WHO further projects that by 2015, approximately 2.3 billion adults will be overweight and more than 700 million will be obese.

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• Blood Glucose Levels and Antioxidant Profile of Type 2 Diabetics Supplemented with Antioxidant Food Mix

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, A. Preethi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore-641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 45, No 6 (2008), Pagination: 211-220

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by absolute or relative impairment of insulin secretion or significantly reduced tissue responsiveness to insulin. Diabetics hove chronic hyperglycaemia with disturbance in the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. Diabetes affected about 135 million people in 1995 and the incidence is expected to rise to 300 million in the year 2025 in the world. India ranks first in the diabetic population in the world, in Tamil Nadu, the urban prevalence has been reported as 14 to 16 per cent and rural prevalence as 10 to 12 per cent.

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• Impact of Supplementation of Lotus Stem (Nelumbium Nelumbo) on the Iron Nutriture of Adolescent Girls (13-18 Yrs) in Manipur

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, Crassina A. Shimpray ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore- 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 45, No 2 (2008), Pagination: 47-53

Abstract

Globally, Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) affects four to five billion people. In India, it is a major public health problem among preschoolers, adolescent girls, pregnant and lactating women. The overall prevalence of anaemia among 12 to 14 year adolescent girls is 69 per cent and for older adolescent girls (15-17 years), it is around 70 per cent. Anaemia among adolescents not only reduces work capacity and immuno - competence but also has adverse impact when they attain motherhood. The prevalence of anaemia in Manipur among women of the age group 14-42 years is 45 per cent. Dietary diversification and the modification of diets to increase the iron content or improve iron bioavailability is the feasible and sustainable strategy at household level. India is blessed with an array of plant foods rich in micronutrients, including iron. Lotus stem (Nelumbium nelumbo) is one of the locally available plant foods in Manipur.

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• Advanced Nutrition-Macronutrients, Micronutrients and Metabolism

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Authors

S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 53, No 3 (2016), Pagination: 361-362

Abstract

The field of nutrition, being an integrated field of science at advanced level deals with macro and micronutrients and metabolic aspects. The second edition of this book on "Advanced Nutrition" opens up with a scientific review on Nutritional Biochemistry which reiterates the understanding of intermediary metabolism covering glycolysis, glycogenesis, glycogenolysis, Cori cycle, fatty acid synthesis and beta oxidation of fatty acids.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 43, No 10 (2006), Pagination: 461-461

Abstract

Book Review Title:

* Stable Isotopes in Human Nutrition - Laboratory Methods and Research Appucations.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 43, No 1 (2006), Pagination: 44-44

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Book Review Title:

* Micronutrient Deficiencies during the Weaning Period and the first Years of Life (Nestle Nutrition Workshop Series Pediatric Program).

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• Microbial Contamination and Adulteration of Selected Beverages of Malappuram District, Kerala

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, P. A. Shyny ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Deemed University, Coimbatore-641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 42, No 11 (2005), Pagination: 492-502

Abstract

Consumption pattern of beverages are changing and consumer demands the variety and shelf life of beverages as well as preservation techniques used. There has been considerable increase in the consumption of fruit juice beverages in the world during the last few years.

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• Nutritive Value of Selected Dehydrated Green Leafy Vegetables

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, M. R. Vidhya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 41, No 7 (2004), Pagination: 279-286

Abstract

Vitamin A deficiency is widely prevalent, particularly in the developing world. Vitamin A deficiency contributes to blindness by making the eye very dry and promoting damage to the retina of the eye. Other signs include dry skin, broken finger nails and decreased resistance to infection. Recent analysis by WHO indicated that there are approximately 727 million and 4.4 million pre-school children with vitamin A deficiency and xerophthalmia respectively. The three major approaches to combat vitamin A deficiency are supplementation, food fortification and dietary diversification. Among the possible strategies, dietary diversification is the sustainable approach to combat the situation. Among the plant foods, green leafy vegetables are the cheapest and locally available foods rich in provitamin A carotenoids.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 41, No 5 (2004), Pagination: 223-224

Abstract

Book Review Title:

* Rice Almanac-Source Book for the most Important Economic Activity on Earth.

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• Total Carotenoid and Beta Carotene Contents of Selected Stored Plant Foods

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, U. Chandrasekhar ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 40, No 4 (2003), Pagination: 122-128

Abstract

Among the micronutrient deficiencies, vitamin A deficiency is recognized as a serious public health problem linked with, blindness, poor growth in children, reduced immunity and infection. Though the rate of blindness due to xerophthalmia is steadily decreasing, it has become evident in recent years that subclinical deficiency is an important cause of morbidity and mortality among children. The ischolar_main cause of vitamin A deficiency is the continued inadequate dietary intake of vitamin A rich foods due to ecological, economic and cultural constraints.

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• Beta Carotene Retention in Selected Green Leafy Vegetables Subjected to Dehydration

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, U. Chandrasekhar ¹, R. Balasasirekha ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 38, No 11 (2001), Pagination: 374-383

Abstract

Vitamin A deficiency produces xerophthalmia and blindness. Vitamin A deficiency is a potential micro nutrient problem prevalent in most economically deprived countries including India. According to World Health Organization 2.8 million pre school children are at risk of developing nutritional blindness. Among the possible strategies of overcoming vitamin A deficiency through short term and long term approaches, increasing the dietary consumption of vitamin A and provitamin A carotenoids assumes significance.

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• A Study on Selected Street Foods of Coimbatore

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Authors

Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, S. Hemamalini ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 38, No 7 (2001), Pagination: 216-222

Abstract

Street foods are defined as, "Ready to eat foods and/or beverages sold by vendors and hawkers especially in the streets and other similar public places". Economic and industrial developments followed by urbanisation, employments far away from home, formation of nuclear families, occupations of women outside home and the like have resulted in the rapid proliferation of street foods as these act as a convenient source of food. Street foods are an important source of economical and nutritious food particularly for the urban poor.

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• Retention of Beta Carotene from Selected Greens and Absorption of Beta Carotene from Pumpkin Leaves in Adults

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Authors

Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, Deepa Eapen ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 37, No 8 (2000), Pagination: 233-239

Abstract

Inadequate dietary intake of vitamin A is the primary cause of vitamin A deficiency and the long term strategy aims at promotion of production and consumption of vitamin A rich foods. Green leafy vegetables are the cheapest and locally available foods rich in provitamin A carotenoids. Apart from the well-known conventional greens, leaves of large number of plants growing wild in the country side could also prove to be good source of beta carotene. Rapid loss of beta carotene on processing and storage of vegetables has also been reported. Limited information is available on the estimation of carotenoids by High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) which is now the accepted standard method.

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• Acceptability and Nutrient Profile of Cauliflower Leaves (Brassica oleracea, Var. Botrytis)

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, Sangeetha Mohandas ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition,    Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 36, No 7 (1999), Pagination: 332-338

Abstract

The unrelenting problem of micronutrient malnutrition has steered the nutritional policies for a long term sustainable approach aiming to increase the consumption of micronutrient rich foods through horticulture, social forestry and nutrition education. The diverse agroclimatic conditions have blessed India with a vast resource of greeneries, many of which are still under exploited.

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• Household Storage Practices of Carotene Rich Foods in Coimbatore District

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Authors

Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, R. Rajalakshmi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 36, No 3 (1999), Pagination: 67-70

Abstract

Food based strategies are fundamental to long term prevention of vitamin A deficiency. Earlier studies of our laboratories reported the consumption pattern of carotene rich foods in Coimbatore district. Since the cooking/storage processes affect the carotene content of green leafy vegetables, other vegetables and fruits, it was thought of interest to study the methods adopted for storage of carotene rich foods.

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• Consumption Pattern of Carotene Rich Foods in Coimbatore District

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Authors

Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, K. Rajalakshmi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 36, No 2 (1999), Pagination: 33-38

Abstract

Vitamin A under-nutrition is a global health problem and is the major cause of preventable blindness in many developing countries including India, Bangladesh and Nepal. Dietary interventions of including beta carotene rich foods seem to be the surest way of improving the vitamin A nutrition of individuals. Though Indian diets are based mainly on cereals, pulses, green leafy and other vegetables, deficiency of vitamin A may be attributed to the inadequate consumption of carotene rich foods and bioavailability of beta carotene from dietaries. Hence efforts are needed to find out the consumption pattern of carotene rich foods in Coimbatore district. Towards this effort, the present study was undertaken to find out the type of carotene rich foods like green leafy vegetables, other vegetables and fruits consumed in Coimbatore district, frequency of consumption, cooking methods adopted and oils used for cooking.

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• Nutritional Status of Selected Oraon Tribes of Bihar

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Authors

U. Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, S. Sinha ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 34, No 11 (1997), Pagination: 264-269

Abstract

Numerous studies have shown a close relationship between the tribal ecosystem and their nutritional status. The food consumption pattern and dietary practices of Oraons in our earlier reports showed that there are a wide variety of uncommon foods rich in nutrients available to Oraons in Ranchi districts of Bihar. Hence, it was thought of interest to assess the nutritional status of selected Oraons.

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• Development and Evaluation of Hypoglycaemic Tablets from Selected Herbs

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, J. B. Sharmila ¹

Affiliations
1 Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 33, No 9 (1996), Pagination: 208-215

Abstract

The incidence of diabetes mellitus, a chronic heterogenous group of disorder, has been on the rise of late with a country wide prevalence of 2 to 3 per cent among the urban and 1.5 per cent among the rural population. Non-Insulin dependent diabetes mellitus is the most common form and comprises 85 to 90 per cent of all diabetes. The major approaches for diabetes management are insulin therapy, oral hypoglycaemic drugs, exercise, diet and indigenous herbs.

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• Nutrient Content of Selected Uncommon Foods of Oraon Tribes of Bihar

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Authors

U. Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, S. Saloni ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute of Home Science and Higher Education for Women - Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 32, No 5 (1995), Pagination: 118-122

Abstract

Oraons constitute the second largest tribal population of Bihar. Food habits vary from tribe to tribe. In their isolated surroundings, Oraons may have access to unusual and nutritious foods.

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• Food Consumption Pattern and Dietary Practices of Oraon Tribes of Bihar

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Authors

U. Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹, S. Saloni ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 32, No 4 (1995), Pagination: 92-99

Abstract

The tribal scenario of India is represented by Kalidescopic diversity. Sinha and Tha reported that there are 5.1 crore tribals constituting 7.76 per cent of the total population in India. In Bihar, the oraons constitute the second largest tribe with a population of 8.76 lakhs forming 15.1 per cent of state's tribal population.

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• Development and Evaluation of a Hypoglycemic Tablet with the Herb Salacia Prinoides (Ekanayakam)

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Authors

S. Kowsalya ¹, Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, N. Geetha ¹

Affiliations
1 Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 32, No 2 (1995), Pagination: 33-39

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus has been known for centuries as a chronic metoboiic disorder. Incidence of diabetes is global in distribution (1.3 per cent). The prevalence is 2 to 4 per cent in india.

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• Nutrient Profile of Vegetables Cooked in Solar Box Cooker

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Authors

Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 30, No 12 (1993), Pagination: 326-331

Abstract

All the earthly activities are manifestations of energy in one form or another and the use of solar energy offers a practical solution for the household energy problem. Solar energy as a medium of cooking has been identified for a long time but practiced only in a limited way. From time to time many solar energy based cooking devices have been designed and its performance efficiently studied. Solar box cookers have been identified as feasible cooking gadgets especially at the household level and are increasingly used by housewives. While feasibility studies on the use of these cookers are available, comparative nutritive profiles of foods using these solar cookers as against the common methods of cooking are not widely available.

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• Book Review

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Authors

S. Kowsalya

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 30, No 12 (1993), Pagination: 355-356

Abstract

Book Review Titles:

*Diet and Disease in Traditional and Developing Societies.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 30, No 11 (1993), Pagination: 321-322

Abstract

Book Review Titles:

*Assignment Children - The BRAC Non-Formal Primary Education Programme in Bangladesh.

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• Foods of Aquatic Origin in Human Nutrition - A Review

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Authors

Rajammal P. Devadas ¹, Usha Chandrasekhar ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Deemed University, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 30, No 9 (1993), Pagination: 230-244

Abstract

Mainutrition continues to be a problem of staggering proportion throughout the world. A conservative estimate is that atleast one billion people in developing countries do not have adequate nutrition and that 36 percent of children under six years of age in these countries are moderately or severely undernourished. The technological advances generated through the international agricultural research system has made significant strides to improve food grains production.

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• Book Review

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S. Kowsalya

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 29, No 11 (1992), Pagination: 345-346

Abstract

Book Review Titles:

*Nutritional Biochemistry of the Vitamins.

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• Effect of Red Gram (Cajanus cajan) on Blood Glucose Level in Diabetic Rats

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Authors

J. Giri ¹, B. Suganthi ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Sri Avinashilingam Home Science College for Women, Coimbatore -641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 23, No 4 (1986), Pagination: 82-87

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is an international disease affecting one to three per cent or the population. In addition to physical activity and exercise, diet is considered to be important in the control of diabetes. Maturity onset diabetes may be controlled by diet alone without the addition of insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. Differences in blood glucose responses were observed with various legumes.

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• Interventional Strategies for Control of Anemia among Rural Young Women in Coimbatore

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Authors

K. Sujatha ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, Tamil Nadu, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 55, No 3 (2018), Pagination: 266-277

Abstract

Anaemia is the most common micro-nutrient deficiency disorder in the world. The prevalence of anaemia is higher in developing countries than in developed countries. Anaemia affects half a billion women of reproductive age worldwide. India had always been the country with the highest prevalence of anaemia and the home of the largest number of anaemic individuals in the world. A cross sectional community based study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of anaemia among 700 young women in the age group of 19-35 years hailing from different rural areas of Karamadai from Coimbatore district and to assess their iron nutriture. Data on anthropometric measurements, biochemical investigations and dietary details were recorded using a pre-designed, pre-tested proforma. Data were analyzed statistically using mean, standard deviation and ANOVA. Hemoglobin estimation (Cyanmet haemoglobin method) revealed that the prevalence of anaemia among rural women (N = 580) and it was reported that 84.83% of the rural young women were moderately anaemic and 14.83% were mild anaemic. A subsample of 85 moderate anaemic subjects were divided into Group 1 (Nutrition Education + Food supplement intervention), Group 2 (Nutrition Education+Kitchen garden intervention) and Group 3 (Nutrition Education intervention) and subjected to respective intervention for four months. Biochemical analysis revealed significant increase (p≤0.01) in haemoglobin level among the subjects in Group 1, Group 2 and Group 3 after intervention further showing that the majority of rural women improved from moderate to mild level of anaemia and from mild level to normal level of hemoglobin after intervention. Therefore the intervention measures are more effective when they are integrated with other approaches namely better nutritional practices, fortification, dietary modification, infection control, public health measures and income generation programmes. Nutrition education must be made an integral part to all the strategies.

Keywords

Anaemia, Cyanmethaemoglobin, Nutrition Education, Food Supplement, Intervention, Kitchen Garden.

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• Use of Mother Child Protection Card for Improving Infant Feeding Practices

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Authors

Kamini Prabhakar ¹, K. Kalaivani ¹, S. Kowsalya ², Prema Ramachandran ¹

Affiliations
1 Nutrition Foundation of India, C-13, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110 016, IN
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

Source

The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 56, No 4 (2019), Pagination: 351-364

Abstract

For the last four decades India had invested in interventions for improving household food security, supplementary feeding programmes and health care to pre-school children. However under-nutrition rates in under-five children continue to be high. Poor infant and young child feeding and caring practices had been identified as the major modifiable factors associated with under-nutrition especially in the critical first two years. Mother Child Protection Card (MCPC) was introduced as the critical intervention tool for combating these two factors and improving nutritional status of the children. A community based mixed longitudinal study was taken up in urban low middle income group mothers with under-three children to assess feasibility and impact of using MCPC as a supportive tool for nutrition and health education regarding infant and young child feeding and care during illness. Mothers readily accepted MCPC, kept it safely and produced it when requested. MCPC with authentic pictorial messages was used by all health and nutrition front line workers and research team; this practice ensured uniformity in nutrition and health education messages. Over 90% of infants at 2 months and over 2/3^rd at 5 months were solely breast-fed. By 8^th month almost all infants received semi-solid food. Almost all families accessed health care during illness and followed the advice regarding feeding during illness and convalescence. As a result the mean z scores for weight-for-age did not show any deterioration in the first year. MCPC is a useful tool in providing nutrition and health education and improving infant feeding practices.

Keywords

Mother Child Protection Card, Under-Three Children, Infant Feeding, Morbidity, Nutritional Status.

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• Macro and Micro Nutrient Content in Raw and Cooked Forms of Black Rice and White Rice

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Authors

Sridevi J. ¹, S. Kowsalya ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore - 641 014, IN
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 57, No 2 (2020), Pagination: 116-126

Abstract

This study was carried out to evaluate the nutrient values of black rice and white rice in raw and cooked forms. Macro and micro nutrients were analysed for the six rice samples. The total carbohydrate content of all samples were higher than 75 %, protein and fat contents in black rice and white rice samples ranged from 9.56 g to 7.43 g and 2.65 g to 1.89 g respectively. The high amount of fibre content was recorded in the pressure cooked sample of black rice (6.49 g). Vitamins like thiamine, riboflavin and niacin were found to be higher in black rice raw samples. In general, it was observed that the maximum loss of vitamins was seen in conventionally cooked samples of black and white rice followed by pressure cooked samples. Statistical interpretations revealed that there was a significant difference between the groups and within the groups in the values of macronutrients and micronutrients in black rice and white rice both in raw and cooked forms.

Keywords

Black Rice, White Rice, Nutrients, Raw, Pressure Cooked, Conventionally Cooked.

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• Growth Monitoring in Under-Three Children Using the Mother Child Protection Card

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Kamini Prabhakar ¹, S. Kowsalya ², K. Kalaivani ¹, Prema Ramachandran ¹

Affiliations
1 Nutrition Foundation of India, C-13, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110 016, IN
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, Tamil Nadu, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 57, No 4 (2020), Pagination: 368-386

Abstract

Right from its inception, ICDS programme envisaged monthly weighing and monitoring of growth in under-three children for early detection of under-nutrition. Currently accurate portable digital balances are available in anganwadi and Mother Child Production Card (MCPC) with child growth charts has been provided to children. A community based mixed longitudinal study was taken up in under-three children from urban low middle income families to assess feasibility and impact of growth monitoring and appropriate nutrition education using MCPC. Monthly weighing of children and plotting the weight-for-age in the MCPC was carried out by the research staff. A total of 5708 children were enrolled and followed up over 32879 visits between 2015 and 2019. Plotting the weight-for-age of the child in growth chart enabled identification of underweight children at the time of the visit so that appropriate nutrition and health education and care can be provided. Monthly weighing and plotting weight-for-age in growth chart enabled identification of small children growing along their own trajectory and prevented them from being mislabelled as under-nourished. Children showing deterioration in Weight for age Z score (WAZ) as compared to earlier visit(s) were readily identified and given needed advice. Personalised nutrition and health education provided at each visit taking into account current nutritional status, morbidity and Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices (IYCF) helped in preventing rise in underweight rates in the first 18 months and brought about some improvement in nutritional status of moderate and severely underweight children. It is feasible to operationalize growth monitoring as envisaged in Poshan Abhiyaan and accelerate the pace of reduction in under-nutrition in under three children.

Keywords

Urban, Under-Three Children, Low Middle Income Families, Growth Monitoring, Mother Child Protection Card, Nutritional Status.

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• Effect of Supplementation of Nutribar on the Physical Performance and Biochemical Parameters of Women Sprinters during Covid-19 Pandemic

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Abhirami Sivaprasad ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

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1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, Tamil Nadu, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 59, No 3 (2022), Pagination: 347-356

Abstract

Several factors contribute to success in sport, and diet is a key component. An athlete’s dietary requirements depend on several aspects, including the sport, the athlete’s goals, the environment and practical issues. The importance of individualized dietary advice has been increasingly recognized, including day-to-day dietary advice and specific advice before, during and after training and/or competition. Athletes use a range of dietary strategies to improve performance, by maximizing glycogen stores. Carbohydrate intake during exercise maintains high levels of carbohydrate oxidation, prevents hypoglycemia, and has a positive effect on the central nervous system which is facilitated for physical performances of sprinters. Dietary supplements including Nutribars enhance exercise and athletic performance in a variety of forms, including tablets, capsules, drinks, health mixes and bars. The present study aimed to assess the effect of the supplementation of developed Nutribar on the physical performance and biochemical profile of district-level women sprinters under the age group of 17-20 years. In the study, 59 sprinters (30 control group and 29 experimental groups) were identified and executed for further supplemention study, out of 140 sprinters in the age group of 17-20 y. Results revealed that the sprinters in the experimental group showed significant changes in their biochemical profile and physical performance after the supplementation of Nutribar. Hence Nutribar could be a better choice for supplementing energy for sprinters to enhance their physical performance and biochemical profile for the period of three months.

Keywords

Nutribar, Supplementation, Physical Performance, Biochemical Parameters, Covid-19

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• Formulation and Evaluation of Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds in a Probiotic Beverage Containing Ulva Lactuca

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G. Karishma Yadav ¹, S. Kowsalya ¹

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1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, Tamil Nadu, IN

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The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 59, No 4 (2022), Pagination: 467-477

Abstract

Edible seaweeds are marine algae and are an active part of various cuisines all over the world. These under-exploited food sources are known as a reserve of micronutrients and bioactive compounds of biological importance. Regarding food production, there is an increasing interest in developing novel functional foods which cater to multi-faceted health benefits and are easily accessible to people. The aim of this study was to formulate and standardise the probiotic beverages with Ulva lactuca and assess the nutritional and bioactive compounds present in the probiotic beverage containing seaweed Ulva lactuca. Whey extracted from cow’s milk was the natural source of lactic acid bacteria. Nutritional composition, mineral content, total phenolics, flavonoids and DPPH inhibition activity were estimated, along with sensory evaluation using 9-point hedonic scale rating. The novel probiotic beverage exhibited significant iron content (12.8±0.07 mg/100 ml), which is approximately one-third of RDA suggested by ICMR (2020). Hence, it is considered as a potential supplement for mild to moderate Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) for women of reproductive age (18-27 years). Substantial amount of phytocehmicals like phenols, flavonoids and antioxidants were reported per 10 ml of beverage, affirming it to be a good source of nutritional components.

Keywords

Micronutrients, Bioactive Compounds, Phenols, Flavonoids, Antioxidants, Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA)

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