Nutrition

CM5.1 Describe the common sources of various nutrients and special nutritional requirements according to age, sex, activity, physiological conditions

CM5.2 Describe and demonstrate the correct method of performing a nutritional assessment of individuals, families and the community by using the appropriate method

CM5.3 Define and describe common nutrition related health disorders (including macro-PEM, Micro-iron, Zn, iodine, Vit. A), their control and management

CM5.4 Plan and recommend a suitable diet for the individuals and families based on local availability of foods and economic status, etc in a simulated environment

CM5.5 Describe the methods of nutritional surveillance, principles of nutritional education and rehabilitation in the context of sociocultural factors

CM5.6 Enumerate and discuss the National Nutrition Policy, important national nutritional Programs including the Integrated Child Development Services Scheme (ICDS) etc.

CM5.7 Describe Food Hygiene

CM5.8 Describe and discuss the importance and methods of food fortification and effects of additives and adulteration