Often a child with special needs may face specific barriers to having a health y relationship with food. A child with autism spectrum disorder may have an intensely negative reaction to particular textures, tastes or colors.
Often a child with special needs may face specific barriers to having a healthy relationship with food. A child with autism spectrum disorder may have an intensely negative reaction to particular textures, tastes or colors. Children with Cerebral Palsy, meanwhile, may prefer softer foods because of difficulties encountered when chewing or swallowing. Children with limited mobility or those who have conditions like Down Syndrome can have low muscle tone thereby making it harder keep their weight down. The medications taken by these may in turn affect their weight and be a cause for certain deficiencies. It is hence vital to establish good eating habits in these children.
At the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, all these issues are approached on a step-by-step basis. Children/adults undergo a nutrition assessment and are then suggested individualized menu plans based on their food preferences and nutritional requirements. To promote healthy eating habits, children and families are encouraged to take up kitchen gardening and cook healthy recipes. Community based nutrition education programs and workshops are also conducted by the department.
A well-presented, motivated dietitian, lactation counselor and yoga trainer dedicated to providing quality nutritional services to meet patient health and dietary needs. She possesses the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information about dietary matters in an understandable manner to patients. She is committed to promoting healthy eating habits to communities and suggesting diet modifications to individuals.
View Profle| • Nutritional Assessment | • Community Nutrition Education Programs |
| • Dietary Counseling | • Nutrigarden & Nutrikitchen |
| • Individualized diet plans & Menu planning tips | • Inpatient Dietary Management of Spinal Cord Injury Unit |
A well-presented, motivated dietitian, lactation counselor and yoga trainer dedicated to providing quality nutritional services to meet patient health and dietary needs. She possesses the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information about dietary matters in an understandable manner to patients. She is committed to promoting healthy eating habits to communities and suggesting diet modifications to individuals.
She has an experience of over 13 years in a variety of settings ranging from academic, hospital, private clinic to current State Government Institute. She specializes in dietary management of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Cerebral Palsy, Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices, Lifestyle disorders, Weight management etc. She is a goal oriented Dietitian focused on improving the dietary habits and long term health of clients of all ages.
Proficient in English, Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi
