Nutrition informatics (NI) is the interlink between the organization, storage, and optimum use of information, data and knowledge in the domain of food and nutrition. To enhance the research and practice in this domain, the use of technology-enabled behavioural change interventions has been enabled. Our paper highlights the changing dimensions of food and nutrition practices in India and an urgent need to prepare a NI workforce that could provide some

Introduction Nutrition tracking apps are becoming increasingly popular as people become more conscious of their health and wellness. These apps allow users to track their food intake, monitor their macronutrient and micronutrient intake, and set goals for weight loss, muscle gain, or other health-related objectives. The popularity of nutrition-tracking apps has been driven by their convenience, ease of use, and ability to provide personalised feedback and recommendations (Duffey & Popkin,

Introduction Food insecurity is a complex issue and as defined by the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization), food insecurity is “when a person lacks regular access to enough safe and nutritious food for normal growth and development and an active and healthy life (1). Worldwide more than 3 billion people are food insecure with the highest concentration in Asian countries (418 million) (2). Although there is a lack of data

Introduction As the field of nutrition advances, the data it produces is becoming more intricate and multifaceted, necessitating novel methods for analysis. Malnutrition is the root cause of an increasing number of chronic illnesses that have multiple causes, leading to the generation of intricate data sets. However, with recent advances in technology and coding, Machine Learning (ML), a subfield of Artificial Intelligence (AI), can be a valuable tool for tackling

Overview According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Food insecurity is the lack of regular access to safe and nutritious food for normal growth and development and active and healthy life. It has wide-ranging consequences that have adverse effects on children and adults. Limited food availability, poor food access due to transport limitations, household food preparation, storage issues, or unemployment are some of the determinants

Pharmacogenomics Human genetics is a fast-expanding area of study. Pharmacogenomics is the study of the genetic components that affect how an individual will react to a certain substance. The phrase, which is a combination of the terms "pharmacology" and "genomics," refers to the intersection of genetics and drugs. Pharmacogenomics aims to customize a patient's therapy. Pharmacogenomics is making it possible to determine a person's genetic makeup and use that knowledge

Introduction Food security is a growing concern worldwide. Barrett (2010) notes that approaches to measurement follow the four major “pillars” of food security—availability, access, utilization, and stability (1). Why there is a need to measure food insecurity? Measures of food insecurity are important for early warning, assessment of the current and prospective status of at-risk populations, and for monitoring and evaluating specific programs and policies strategies. Food insecurity can lead

Introduction Gamification of education is a growth strategy that uses game design aspects in educational settings to boost learners' motivation and engagement. ( Dichev et al.,2017 )3. The goal of gamification, a new development in study and practice, is to use people's innate love of games to inspire motivation or engagement by incorporating game design features into situations that are not games. Gamification is widely understood to be a useful