Ms. Aswini k, Assistant professor, Department of PG Studies in Food Science & Nutrition, Alvas college, Moodbidri. Has a teaching experience of 6 years. Gold medallist in post-graduation Food Science and Nutrition (specialization in clinical nutrition and dietetics) from University of Mysore and actively involved in departmental activities, community outreach programmes, conducted various nutrition awareness programmes and diet camp. Guided many post graduate students for their project work. Under the guidance of Dr. Archana Prabhat understood the need of a textbook that conveys knowledge about community nutrition which is beneficial to society.