The Drucker’s Club of Department of Business Administration of the J.J College of Arts and

Science (Autonomous), Pudukkottai organized a special lecture on “Adoloscent Health and Diet

Planning’ at 11 a.m on Friday, 06.07.2023. The Speaker Mrs.Bavani, Child Development Project Officer,

Arimalam Block, Pudukkottai spoke on the need for a balanced diet for all age groups. She drew special

attention to the problems of adolescents. It is a period of changes and transition and naturally one

needs additional nutrition and expert advice on diet-planning. Adolescence is a period of maturation –

physical, psychological and intellectual. So both boys and girls require special attention and proper

counseling. They have to be monitored in their eating habits . One should give oneself enough time to

eat, and avoid delayed lunch and dinner. Breakfast should not be skipped in the name of rushing to

school or college. They may also require extra diet if they are sports persons. Fast foods must be

discouraged. The intake should consist of adequate proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. It is also a

period in which one has to develop right habits, in work and play. Proper diet is the key to healthy

growth.

Earlier, Dr.V.Sathyarekha, Head, Department of Business Administration welcomed the speaker

and the audience. She also honoured the chief guest with a shawl. Ms.S.Dhanalakshmi of II MBA

proposed the vote of thanks.