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Nutrition shapes a better society T HE role of nutrition in shaping health ier societies has never been more criti cal. From combating lifestyle diseases to promoting holistic well-being, nutri tion professionals are at the forefront of a global movement for a better tomorrow. o TAR UMT leads the way for a better future in nutrition

booth in an event to help participants measure their Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA). “Looking at the current trend, it would not be surprising that the demand for nutritionists will increase over time. Nutritionists play a crucial role in helping individuals maintain healthy weight, boost their immune system, and reduce the risk of developing certain diseases”. Assoc Prof Dr Koo Hui Chin, a registered dietitian and programme leader of the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Nutrition at TAR UMT said: “Good literacy in nutrition plays an important role, leading to the increasing demand for good and qualified nutritionists. A career in nutrition is ideal for those seeking to promote a balanced lifestyle and improve people’s diets. “This is why TAR UMT students who are studying their degree in nutrition spend their first year studying theories on nutrition. “The second and third year focuses more on practical approaches, such as community based research activities to produce suitable and practical nutritional plans for the communities and learning how to provide professional consultation on nutrition. “These are in addition to the customary industrial training. “Other career prospects include community nutritionist, corporate wellness nutritionist, food industry nutritionist and private practice nutritionist. The degree programme also aims to prepare technically competent graduates to venture into entrepreneurship,” Dr Koo concluded. To find out more about TAR UMT’s degree programme in nutrition and other applied sciences programmes, call +6011-1075 8544 or visit www.tarc.edu.my to apply online. Various financial aid scholarships are available for qualified students.

Yong Xi Zuan currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (Hons) at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) expressed her personal passion to pursue the course and said: “I want to equip myself with proven facts and knowledge about nutrition so that I can take better care of my parents’ nutrition intakes, especially in their old age. “In this age of information overload, it is difficult to ensure the accuracy of information especially on health-related matters, as the wrong information can have serious effects,” she said. The TAR UMT nutrition degree programme has been well-crafted to address the evolving demands of the health and wellness industry, blending rigorous academic training with practical, real-world applications. Students delve into the science of human nutrition, exploring topics such as nutrigenetic and nutrigenomic, human anatomy and physiology, sports nutrition, as well as nutrition policy and food security. “I enjoy the subject of biology, especially studying human structure. This is why my favourite subject in my degree programme is human anatomy and physiology. I also appreciate my degree programme contains

Students in one of their practical sessions for the course in Clinical Nutrition, where they are required to prepare food based on a specially planned menu.

programme is highlighting the importance of public health nutrition, equipping students with the tools to design and implement community-based interventions that address malnutrition, obesity, and other pressing health issues. Xiao Xuan, who is also pursuing TAR UMT’s degree programme in nutrition said: “There is coursework in the nutrition sociology and anthropology subject, where we had to set up a

many practical exercises and assignments that we need to carry out. “For example, for the nutrition in lifecycle subject, we conducted a nutrigreen programme and I also presented a talk to a group of secondary school students. It was a great experience for me to be able to share important facts on nutrition with the school students,” said Yong.. One important aspect of the degree

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