Valedictory Function of the National Nutrition Week 2024 inaugurated by SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre

The valedictory of National Nutrition Week, organized by the Department of Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, was celebrated on 13th September 2024 at Seminar Hall, SRM Hospital, under the title ‘Balancing Diet & Fitness.’

The event was chaired by dignitaries including Dr. Nitin M Nagarkar, Dean (Medical); Dr. R. Venkatraman, Medical Superintendent; and Dr. R. Balakrishnan, Vice Principal (Allied Health Sciences). Dr. Bigbee Murali, a health activist, fitness and wellness trainer; Mr. Tamil Nadu (2008, 2010, 2013, 2015 & 2017); Mr. South India (2013) were the guest speakers of the event.

Ms. E. Lakshmi, an Associate Professor, welcomed the participants and briefly discussed the theme of National Nutrition Week 2024. Dr. Nitin M Nagarkar, in his speech, stressed the need to keep fit and eat right. The dignitaries launched the ISBN book containing the conference proceedings on the event.

The event circled around the activities for the entire day, which included; poster display, recipe sharing, logo designing, pamphlet designing, and video making competition. Following these events was a colorful award presentation session honoring the winners of each event.

Dr. Biglee Murali focused on the topic “Balancing Diet and Fitness.” His seminar was packed full of useful information regarding workout routines and dieting. The event concluded with the question-and-answer session, which made the event informative and entertaining.

The valedictory show of National Nutrition Week 2024 came across effective discussion that brought noble ideas to maintain a work balance between nutrition and exercise for the betterment of their health.