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Department of Biochemistry Launches Value-Added Course on “Nutrition in Diabetes”

Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences > Departments (AIMS) > Dept. of Biochemistry > Department of Biochemistry Launches Value-Added Course on “Nutrition in Diabetes”

Inauguration of the Value-Added Course on “Nutrition in Diabetes”

The Department of Biochemistry, Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Adichunchanagiri University, inaugurated its Value-Added Course on “Nutrition in Diabetes” on 30 October 2026. The course aims to show students why evidence-based nutrition matters in preventing and managing diabetes mellitus. It also aims to give them essential knowledge of dietary management and healthy lifestyle practices.

Inauguration

Ms. Inchara S., Tutor, Department of Biochemistry, introduced the course and explained its objectives and structure. The following dignitaries then formally released the course modules:

  • Dr. Aliya Nusrath, Vice Principal and Professor and Head, Department of Biochemistry
  • Dr. Tejaswi H.L., Vice Principal and Professor, Department of Anatomy
  • Dr. Shubha Jayaram, Professor and Head, Department of Biochemistry, MMC&RI, Mysuru, who was also the Guest Speaker

The Heads of all pre-clinical and para-clinical departments of AIMS were present. The release of the modules formally marked the start of the course.

About the Course

The course has seven modules covering:

  • nutritional concepts
  • the pathophysiology of diabetes
  • blood glucose regulation
  • diagnosis
  • dietary management
  • glycaemic index
  • diabetic complications

Interactive sessions, assignments and quizzes will help students apply what they learn in practical and clinical settings.

The course supports the following Sustainable Development Goals:

  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4: Quality Education
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Conclusion

The Value-Added Course on “Nutrition in Diabetes” builds on the regular curriculum and prepares future doctors to use nutrition as a key tool against one of India’s most widespread lifestyle diseases. The Department of Biochemistry thanks the dignitaries, faculty and students for their support and wishes all participants a rewarding learning experience.