The Curriculum of Online Training on Linear Programming Approach using Optifood to Design Food and Nutrient Intervention (Basic Level)

The Curriculum of Online Training on Linear Programming Approach using Optifood to Design Food and Nutrient Intervention (Basic Level) is a comprehensive curriculum document designed to build the capacity of nutrition professionals in developing food-based recommendations using the Linear Programming approach. The curriculum outlines the learning objectives, competencies, training structure, flow of activities, and evaluation mechanisms. It covers key topics including principles of diet modelling, preparation of LP input data, Optifood software operation, identification of problem nutrients, development of food-based recommendations (FBRs), cost analysis, and follow-up action planning. Developed for both synchronous and asynchronous online learning, this curriculum is intended for academics, researchers, government officers, and practitioners working in food and nutrition program planning.