Tag: Nutrition and dietetics

According to the official JAMB brochure, aspiring students for Nutrition and Dietetics require specific subject combinations to be eligible for admission. The key subjects for Nutrition and Dietetics in JAMB are English Language, Chemistry, Biology, and either Physics or Mathematics.

An estimated 15 million Americans and millions worldwide suffer from dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, which can lead to serious health complications like choking and aspiration pneumonia. The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) was created to address this global health challenge by providing a universal framework for preparing and serving texture-modified diets. Why is IDDSI important? It establishes clear, consistent standards that enhance patient safety and improve the quality of life for those with swallowing difficulties.