Certificate in Alkaline Diets

With growing interest in nutritional approaches that support holistic health, the Alkaline Diet has emerged as a popular dietary framework. Based on the concept that foods influence the body's pH balance, the diet categorizes foods as acid-forming or alkaline-forming, emphasizing the consumption of alkaline-promoting fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts to support optimal health, reduce inflammation, and prevent chronic diseases. Although blood pH is tightly regulated physiologically, emerging evidence suggests that dietary patterns can affect cellular health and urinary pH, playing a potential role in disease prevention and wellness optimization.

The Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies at IGMPI has developed this specialized certification program to equip professionals with comprehensive knowledge of the alkaline diet's scientific principles, dietary applications, and clinical relevance. The programme includes foundational concepts such as pH and acid-alkaline balance, food classification based on acid/alkaline potential, potential renal acid load (PRAL), and evidence-based links between diet and chronic disease prevention including metabolic and autoimmune conditions. This interactive certificate programme emphasizes practical diet integration through case studies and regulatory perspectives in integrative nutrition. 

Module 1: Basic Introduction to Alkaline Diet:

• Physiological pH regulation
• Biochemical balance mechanisms
• Dietary modulation of pH

Module 2: Core Principles of the Alkaline Diet: 

• Food classification and 80/20 rule
• Emphasis on plant-based diet
• Alkaline hydration methods 

Module 3: Responsibilities of Professionals in Promoting Alkaline Diet:

• Nutritionist’s dietary design
• Behavioral support coaching
• Detox program facilitation

Module 4: Essential Components and Dietary Guidelines:

• Alkaline food inclusion
• Recommended beverages
• Acidic food exclusion

Module 5: Food pH Chart and Acid/Alkaline Index:

• Urinary pH classification
• PRAL metric application
• Metabolic significance

Module 6: Alkaline Diet and Chronic Disease Prevention:

• Bone, kidney protection
• Muscle wasting prevention
• Cancer risk modulation 

Module 7: Supplementation in Alkaline Diet:

• Essential minerals usage
• Over-supplementation risks
• Supplement protocol

Module 8: Practitioner Case Studies: Integrating Alkaline Diet in Practice

Eligibility

Any Diploma holder/ graduation/ B.tech/ B.Sc. in Nutrition/ Home Science/ Microbiology/ Life Sciences/ Botany/ Zoology/ Food Science/ Food Technology/ BE/ B.Pharma/ MBBS/ BDS/ BHMS/ BUMS/ BAMS or any other discipline. 

Programme Duration

The duration of the certificate programme is 4 days.

Programme Mode

Registration is currently open for Part-time (Online Live Classes) mode.

Programme Deliverables

• The training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry's expectations.

• Interactive online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.

• Online discussion of the certificate programme topics for ensuring active participation of each attendee.

• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Assessment & Certification

Online assessment will be conducted at the end of the programme and after successful completion; the participants will be awarded Certificate in Alkaline Diets by Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies, IGMPI.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Future Career Prospects

The Certificate in Alkaline Diet offered by the Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies (CNDS), IGMPI, equips participants to advance their expertise in alkaline nutrition and opens diverse career opportunities. Graduates will enhance their knowledge and are prepared for roles such as Nutritionists, Wellness Consultants, Dietary Advisors, Health Coaches, Integrative Nutrition Specialists, Product Developers, and Educators. This certification addresses the rising demand driven by health-conscious consumers and scientific innovations, positioning graduates competitively in public and private sectors focused on preventive health and metabolic well-being.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 15^th Dec 2025.

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