Dr. Rajendran K.'s comprehensive guide on maternal and child nutrition has been recognized as the best Tamil medical book of 2021, offering invaluable insights into health care practices for mothers and children.
Coimbatore: In a significant achievement for the medical community of Coimbatore, Dr. Rajendran K., Professor and Head of the Department of Paediatrics at Kovai Medical Center & Hospital (KMCH) and the president of the Indian Academy of Paediatrics - Tamilnadu Chapter for the year 2025, has been honored with the best Tamil Medical book of the year 2021. The accolade was presented by the Hon. Minister of Tamil, Information and Publicity of Tamil Nadu, M.P. Saminathan, recognizing Dr. Rajendran's exceptional contribution to medical literature through his book on “Maternal and Child Nutrition.”
This acclaimed publication delves into the crucial aspects of caring for pregnant women and outlines the goals, objectives, and recommendations for the health and nutrition of antenatal and breastfeeding mothers. It provides detailed guidance on necessary investigations, the timing of antenatal and postnatal checkups, as well as diet and exercise regimens to be followed. Moreover, the book emphasizes the significance of breastfeeding, the proper techniques for feeding, and solutions to common breastfeeding issues.
Dr. Rajendran also explores indigenous complementary feeds, including recipes and the appropriate timing for their introduction, and addresses common health problems in children such as diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, and malnutrition, offering dietary suggestions for treatment and prevention. The impact of organic foods, antioxidants, FAD diets, total and parenteral nutrition, and the negative effects of junk food on children's health are thoroughly examined. Additionally, the book suggests suitable diets for children engaged in sports and those with various medical conditions like cancer, cerebral palsy, disabilities, epilepsy, liver, and kidney diseases.
This award-winning book is Dr. Rajendran's second major publication, following his best-selling ‘Child Health’ book, further establishing his expertise and dedication to improving child health care and nutrition.
This acclaimed publication delves into the crucial aspects of caring for pregnant women and outlines the goals, objectives, and recommendations for the health and nutrition of antenatal and breastfeeding mothers. It provides detailed guidance on necessary investigations, the timing of antenatal and postnatal checkups, as well as diet and exercise regimens to be followed. Moreover, the book emphasizes the significance of breastfeeding, the proper techniques for feeding, and solutions to common breastfeeding issues.
Dr. Rajendran also explores indigenous complementary feeds, including recipes and the appropriate timing for their introduction, and addresses common health problems in children such as diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, and malnutrition, offering dietary suggestions for treatment and prevention. The impact of organic foods, antioxidants, FAD diets, total and parenteral nutrition, and the negative effects of junk food on children's health are thoroughly examined. Additionally, the book suggests suitable diets for children engaged in sports and those with various medical conditions like cancer, cerebral palsy, disabilities, epilepsy, liver, and kidney diseases.
This award-winning book is Dr. Rajendran's second major publication, following his best-selling ‘Child Health’ book, further establishing his expertise and dedication to improving child health care and nutrition.