Optometry Department

On 20 August 2026, the Department of Optometry, RIPANS, Aizawl, organised an online webinar on “Nutrition and Vision – Eat Right, See Bright,” conducted by Mr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Head of the Department of Optometry, Nirmal A

• 20-08-2026

The Department of Optometry, Regional Institute of Paramedical and Nursing Sciences (RIPANS), Aizawl, organised an online webinar on “Nutrition and Vision – Eat Right, See Bright” on 20 August 2026. The session was conducted by Mr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Head of the Department of Optometry, Nirmal Ashram Eye Institute, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.The webinar aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the relationship between nutrition and eye health and to highlight the importance of a balanced diet in maintaining good vision and preventing nutritional deficiencies that may affect ocular health.During the session, the speaker discussed the essential role of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients in maintaining the normal structure and function of the eyes. He explained the importance of vitamin A in maintaining a healthy cornea and preventing night blindness, as well as the role of vitamins C and E in protecting ocular tissues against oxidative stress. The importance of omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, lutein, and zeaxanthin in supporting retinal health and normal visual function was also highlighted.The speaker further emphasised that a balanced diet containing green leafy vegetables, colourful fruits, carrots, eggs, fish, nuts, and other nutrient-rich foods can contribute to maintaining good eye health. He also discussed the possible ocular consequences of nutritional deficiencies, including vitamin A deficiency, which may lead to xerophthalmia and, in severe cases, visual impairment. The importance of healthy dietary habits in reducing the risk of certain eye conditions associated with ageing was also discussed.The webinar provided an opportunity for students to understand the role of nutrition in preventive eye care and the importance of educating patients about healthy dietary practices. The session was informative and beneficial in strengthening students’ knowledge of the relationship between nutrition and vision.The programme concluded with an emphasis on the message “Eat Right, See Bright,” encouraging students to promote healthy eating habits as an important component of comprehensive eye care.

On 20 August 2026, the Department of Optometry, RIPANS, Aizawl, organised an online webinar on “Nutrition and Vision – Eat Right, See Bright,” conducted by Mr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Head of the Department of Optometry, Nirmal A

• 20-08-2026

The Department of Optometry, Regional Institute of Paramedical and Nursing Sciences (RIPANS), Aizawl, organised an online webinar on “Nutrition and Vision – Eat Right, See Bright” on 20 August 2026. The session was conducted by Mr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Head of the Department of Optometry, Nirmal Ashram Eye Institute, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.The webinar aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the relationship between nutrition and eye health and to highlight the importance of a balanced diet in maintaining good vision and preventing nutritional deficiencies that may affect ocular health.During the session, the speaker discussed the essential role of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients in maintaining the normal structure and function of the eyes. He explained the importance of vitamin A in maintaining a healthy cornea and preventing night blindness, as well as the role of vitamins C and E in protecting ocular tissues against oxidative stress. The importance of omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, lutein, and zeaxanthin in supporting retinal health and normal visual function was also highlighted.The speaker further emphasised that a balanced diet containing green leafy vegetables, colourful fruits, carrots, eggs, fish, nuts, and other nutrient-rich foods can contribute to maintaining good eye health. He also discussed the possible ocular consequences of nutritional deficiencies, including vitamin A deficiency, which may lead to xerophthalmia and, in severe cases, visual impairment. The importance of healthy dietary habits in reducing the risk of certain eye conditions associated with ageing was also discussed.The webinar provided an opportunity for students to understand the role of nutrition in preventive eye care and the importance of educating patients about healthy dietary practices. The session was informative and beneficial in strengthening students’ knowledge of the relationship between nutrition and vision.The programme concluded with an emphasis on the message “Eat Right, See Bright,” encouraging students to promote healthy eating habits as an important component of comprehensive eye care.

On 20 August 2026, the Department of Optometry, RIPANS, Aizawl, organised an online webinar on “Nutrition and Vision – Eat Right, See Bright,” conducted by Mr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Head of the Department of Optometry, Nirmal A

• 20-08-2026

The Department of Optometry, Regional Institute of Paramedical and Nursing Sciences (RIPANS), Aizawl, organised an online webinar on “Nutrition and Vision – Eat Right, See Bright” on 20 August 2026. The session was conducted by Mr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Head of the Department of Optometry, Nirmal Ashram Eye Institute, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.The webinar aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the relationship between nutrition and eye health and to highlight the importance of a balanced diet in maintaining good vision and preventing nutritional deficiencies that may affect ocular health.During the session, the speaker discussed the essential role of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients in maintaining the normal structure and function of the eyes. He explained the importance of vitamin A in maintaining a healthy cornea and preventing night blindness, as well as the role of vitamins C and E in protecting ocular tissues against oxidative stress. The importance of omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, lutein, and zeaxanthin in supporting retinal health and normal visual function was also highlighted.The speaker further emphasised that a balanced diet containing green leafy vegetables, colourful fruits, carrots, eggs, fish, nuts, and other nutrient-rich foods can contribute to maintaining good eye health. He also discussed the possible ocular consequences of nutritional deficiencies, including vitamin A deficiency, which may lead to xerophthalmia and, in severe cases, visual impairment. The importance of healthy dietary habits in reducing the risk of certain eye conditions associated with ageing was also discussed.The webinar provided an opportunity for students to understand the role of nutrition in preventive eye care and the importance of educating patients about healthy dietary practices. The session was informative and beneficial in strengthening students’ knowledge of the relationship between nutrition and vision.The programme concluded with an emphasis on the message “Eat Right, See Bright,” encouraging students to promote healthy eating habits as an important component of comprehensive eye care.