Dr. Garima Singh is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Biosciences and Technology, Galgotias University. Dr. Garima is an accomplished academician with over 15 years of professional experience, including 12 years in teaching only. She holds a Ph.D. in Food & Nutrition from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. Her core expertise lies in Dietary Assessment, Nutritional Counselling, Food product formulation, Nutraceuticals & Sports Nutrition. She has made significant contributions to the discipline through numerous SCOPUS-indexed and UGC-CARE listed research publications, authorship of Nutrition-related Books, and contributions to Book chapters with leading international publishers such as CRC Press. Dr. Singh actively mentors Ph.D. scholars and has collaborated with leading industry organizations, including Yakult, Nestlé, and VLCC. Her academic and research excellence has been recognized with multiple best paper and poster awards at national and international conferences. Previously, she was associated with VLCC Health Care Ltd., New Delhi, and GD Goenka University, Gurugram, and continues to advance impactful research in the fields of Food Science, Dietetics, and Public Nutrition.
Educational Qualifications
Ph.D. (Food & Nutrition), 2014 – Regular (with scholarship) from campus, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
Thesis: Effect of Zinc and Vitamin A Supplementation on Pregnancy Outcomes
- M.Sc. (Foods & Nutrition), 2006 – Campus KUK | 70%
- B.Sc. (Home Science), 2004 – Guru Nanak Girls College, Yamuna Nagar affiliated to KUK| 78%
Dietetics Internship
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Awards & Achievements
- Awarded University Research Scholarship in 2008 by KUK.
- Cleared UGC NET/JRF in 2010.
- Awarded Gold Medal for B.Sc. in 2005 by Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra.
Research Publications
UGC/UGC-Care Listed Journals
- Daily Dietary Intake of Zinc from Different Food Groups of Indian Vegans. Research Link, 2010.
- Zinc Content of Locally Grown or Consumed Foods of Kurukshetra District, Haryana State. Food Science Research Journal, Oct 2010.
- Assessment Regarding the Efficacy of Intermittent Fasting. International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews, 2021.
- Mindfulness Regarding the Health Benefits of Basil (Tulsi) Leaves. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology, 2021.
SCOPUS-Indexed Journals
- A Comprehensive Look at Renal Calculi in Kidneys: A Review. NeuroQuantology, 2022.
- Liver Cirrhosis: The Struggling Liver. International Journal of Health Sciences, 2022.
- Analyze the Effects of Prebiotics on the Immunity of Human Beings through Various Clinical Studies. Jundishapur Journal of Microbiology, 2022.
- Processing and Characterization of Al-5tib2 Composites and Foams. Journal of Optoelectronics Laser, 2022.
- Nutraceuticals Miraculously Alter Human Genomics: A Review on Nutrigenomics. African Journal of Biological Sciences, May 2024.
- Mindfulness Regarding Nutritional Knowledge and Food Hygiene Practices on Health among Young Adults. African Journal of Biological Sciences, June 2024.
- Exploring Public Awareness and Attitudes towards Dietary Supplements. African Journal of Biological Sciences, June 2024.
- Mindfulness of Functional Foods in Cancer Prevention and Health Promotion: A Comprehensive Review. Revista Electronica de Veterinaria, Vol 25(1), 2024.
- Consumption of Caffeine and its Association with Stress among College Students. Revista Electronica de Veterinaria, Vol 25(1), 2024.
- Innovative Herbal Tea Formulation using Holarrhena antidysenterica, Emblica officinalis, and Stevia: Nutritional and Phytochemical Analysis. Journal of Neonatal Surgery, Vol 14(6), 381–389, 2025.
- Staphylococcus aureus and Antibiotic Resistance: Pathogenic Adaptations and the Role of Neutrophils in Host Defence. Journal of Neonatal Surgery, Vol 14(31), 191–201, 2025.
- Evaluating the Glycolytic Shifts in Respiratory Diseases: A Correlative Study. Journal of Neonatal Surgery, Vol 14(26), 1–5, 2025.
- Formulation and Nutritional Evaluation of a Chickpea- based Functional Snack Enriched with Inositol for Diabetes Management. Asian Journal of Dairy and Food Science, 1-7,2025.
In Progress
- Association Between Dietary Habits and sleep Challenges Among Collegiate Athletes: A cross -Sectional Study of Behaviour and Health. International Journal of Nutrition Sciences. (ID-IJNS-2505-1470)
Books Authored
- Nutritional Interventions in Cancer Therapy: Enhancing Efficacy and Reducing Side Effects (2024)
- Public Health Nutrition: Bridging Health and Food Systems (2024)
- From Inflammation to Healing: The Complete Guide to Therapeutic Nutrition (2025)
- Upcoming: Nourish to Flourish: The Power of Therapeutic Nutrition – CRC Press (in process)
Book Chapters
- Beneficial Aspects of Nutraceuticals in the Management of Osteoporosis. In Nutraceuticals and Bone Health, CRC Press, 2024.
- Toxicological and Regulatory Aspects of Natural Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering. In Fibre-Based Natural Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering, CRC Press, 2025 (in process).
- Functional Foods in Cancer Prevention and Management. CRC Press (in process, 2025).
Conferences & Presentations (Selected)
- Prevalence of Maternal Zinc and Vitamin A Deficiency and its Effects on Pregnancy – International Conference on Clinical Nutrition and Dietary Lifestyle, Bangalore (2022).
- Effect of Beta-Carotene Rich Cookies Supplementation on Pregnancy Outcomes – 9th Global Congress of Food Science & Nutrition (Dec 2024, Best Paper Award).
- Poster & Oral Presentations – 8th Amifost, Amity School of Food Technology, Noida (2025) – First & Second Position Awards.
Reviewer
Reviewed the papers of the following journals:
- Journal of pharmaceutical Research International, 30.12.2024- Reg. Office- UK Third floor, 207 Regent Street, London, W1B 3HH, UK, Fax: +44 20-3031-1429
- Asian Haematology Research Journal, 8.10.2024- Reg. Office- UK Third floor, 207 Regent Street, London, W1B 3HH, UK, Fax: +44 20-3031-1429
- Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology, 04.09.2024- Reg. Office- UK Third floor, 207 Regent Street, London, W1B 3HH, UK, Fax: +44 20-3031-1429
- Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, 13.02.2025- Reg. Office- UK Third floor, 207 Regent Street, London, W1B 3HH, UK, Fax: +44 20-3031-1429
- European Journal of Medicinal Plants, 23.04.2025- Reg. Office- UK Third floor, 207 Regent Street, London, W1B 3HH, UK, Fax: +44 20-3031-1429
Professional Memberships
- Lifetime Member – Indian Dietetic Association (IDA)
- Lifetime Member – Nutrition Society of India (NSI)
- Member – Eudoxia Research University, USA