About the Author
Dr. Ajith K, MSc,FCN, DNYS, RD, PhD
Dr. Ajith K is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at YNYSCH, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), and a practicing Clinical Dietitian with expertise in therapeutic nutrition, lifestyle diet planning, and public health nutrition.
He holds multiple qualifications including a PhD in Clinical Nutrition, Fellowship in Clinical Nutrition, Diploma in Naturopathy & Yogic Science, and Registered Dietitian credentials from the Indian Dietetic Association. His academic and clinical work focuses on functional foods, metabolic health, food science and technology, and evidence-based dietary interventions.
Dr. Ajith has contributed extensively to research and has authored and co-authored more than nine peer-reviewed research papers, conference presentations, and book chapters in the field of nutrition and dietetics, along with one inventor patent. He is also involved in curriculum development, community nutrition initiatives, and professional workshops aimed at promoting scientific, sustainable, and culturally relevant dietary practices for better health and
wellbeing.