Chandrakant S. Pandav

Effect of a Millet-based Diet on Micronutrient Status in Adults: A Randomized Pilot Controlled Trial from Delhi, India

Chandrakant S. Pandav, Ishi Khosla, Kapil Yadav, Arjun Dang, Binish Jawed, Anindita Das & Aditya Baloni · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2026

Background: India faces a high burden of micronutrient deficiencies, specifically vitamin B12, vitamin D, and iron, driven largely by low dietary diversity and the decline of traditional nutrient-rich grains like millets. Aim: This pilot Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) aimed to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52051

Academic Institutions Role in Ensuring Sustainability of IDD Control Program: A Case Study from India

Chandrakant S. Pandav, Kapil Yadav, Rakesh Kumar & M. G. Karmarkar · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2015

Objectives: This paper discusses the role of academic institutions in ensuring sustainability of Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) control Programme. Methods: A case study of six decade long (1956-2013) contribution of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/EJNFS/2015/21108

Iodized Salt Coverage Study 2010: Household Consumption and Consumer Behavior about Iodized Salt in Rural Areas of Select States of India

Chandrakant S. Pandav, Kapil Yadav, Rakesh Kumar, M. A. Ansari & M. G. Karmarkar · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2015

Objectives: This study assessed the household coverage with iodized salt and consumer behavior with regards to edible salt in rural areas of eight selected states of India. Methods: The study was conducted by ICCIDD in association with MI and the Salt Commissioner’s Office in 201...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/EJNFS/2015/21173