Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies (CNDS) has been set up under the aegis of IGMPI registered as a non-profit society (under The Societies Registration Act, 1860) with the Government of India.The Centre is committed to promote proper diet and nutrition which is crucial to the health and happiness of the society at large.

CNDS is imparting education in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics to thousands of knowledge seekers in the classroom setting as well as research dissertation, field and online learning training programmes.

CNDS provides and education programmes and imparts extensive knowledge through classroom and online modes, in the holistic Nutrition programmes like Nutrition and Dietetics as well as specialized courses like diabetes education, paediatric nutrition, nutritional oncology, ayurvedic food and nutrition, obesity and weight management, clinical diabetology, nutritional gastroenterology and hepatology and many other programmes. Our courses are designed with outmost care given to the industry requirements and shaping careers in the field of Nutrition dietetics, medical and non-medical.

Students gets to experience the expertise from faculties who are specialized in Nutrition, dietetics, foods, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, etc. The centre is well equipped with all the teaching aids and advance laboratory equipment and devices.

The Centre is committed to making nutrition accessible to everyone through nutrition recommendations, easy-to-follow explanations, interactive two way communication lectures, dynamic presentations of the lectures.Apart from this the center provides ample opportunities for the students to comprehend the latest diet plans and nutrition requirements with hands-on practices in Industry, Hospitals and Clinics.

Post completion of the all the courses, CNDS also provides job and Internship placement assistance to students in an easy and effortless way.

The Post Graduate and Executive Diploma programmes of IGMPI in Good Manufacturing Practices, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property Rights, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Public Health, Nanotechnology, Hospital Management, Product Management, Sales and Marketing Management, Clinical Research, Medical Writing, Drug Discovery and Development, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Coding have been duly assessed and approved by Quality Council of India, Government of India based on fulfillment of QCI's following criteria:

    1. Course Content
    2. Course Design
    3. Course Material
    4. Instructors
    5. Class size & Attendance
    6. Facilities
    7. Evaluation of Students
    8. Written Examination
    9. Certificate

IGMPI is also approved by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) (FSSAI ID: TPINS18). IGMPI® is licensed by Department of Food Safety & Drug Administration under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and registered under Food Safety and Standards Act 2006.

IGMPI is also approved by Sector Skills Council under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) setup by Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt of India.

IGMPI has been conferred with the prestigious "BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS (BIS) AWARD OF HONOUR 2023". QUALITY COUNCIL OF INDIA (QCI) has also conferred IGMPI with D.L. SHAH NATIONAL QUALITY AWARD, Certificate of Merit & ASSOCHAM has conferred IGMPI with the Services Excellence Award based on excellence of its services to the students and training participants.

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is a member of International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and through the Indian National Committee (INC) which is a member of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). BIS is also a member of regional standards bodies like Pacific Area Standards Congress (PASC) and South Asian Regional Standards Organization (SARSO). India started taking part in IEC from 1911 and subsequently the then Indian Standards Institution (now BIS) took over the responsibility of Indian National Committee of IEC(INC-IEC) in 1949. Since then the INC-IEC is actively participating in the activities of the IEC both at the policy level and technical work and carrying out the responsibilities as member body of IEC Council. India is a member in Standards Management Board (SMB) of IEC since 2015.BIS has also signed Bilateral Cooperation Agreements (BCA)/Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) with the National Standards Bodies of several countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Egypt, European Union , Germany, Ghana, Greece, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Jordon, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Mali, Mauritius, Nigeria, Russia, Saudi Arabia , Slovakia, Slovenia, Suriname, USA, UAE, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Bhutan, Brazil, Israel, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), Quality Council of India is a member of International Accreditation Forum (IAF) & Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (PAC) as well as signatory to its MLAs for Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems and Product Certification. NABCB is also a Full Member of International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) & Asia Pacific Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (APLAC) as well as signatory to its MRAs for Inspection.

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. 

Programme Structure

1. Basic Introduction to Alkaline Diet:

• Physiological pH regulation

• Biochemical balance mechanisms

• Dietary modulation of pH

2. Core Principles of the Alkaline Diet:

• Food classification and 80/20 rule

• Emphasis on plant-based diet

• Alkaline hydration methods

3. Responsibilities of Professionals in Promoting Alkaline Diet:

• Nutritionist’s dietary design

• Behavioral support coaching

• Detox program facilitation

4. Essential Components and Dietary Guidelines:

• Alkaline food inclusion

• Recommended beverages

• Acidic food exclusion

5. Food pH Chart and Acid/Alkaline Index:

• Urinary pH classification

• PRAL metric application

• Metabolic significance

6. Alkaline Diet and Chronic Disease Prevention:

• Bone, kidney protection

• Muscle wasting prevention

• Cancer risk modulation

7. Supplementation in Alkaline Diet:

• Essential minerals usage

• Over-supplementation risks

• Supplement protocol

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.

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.