To promote the cause of science by encouraging the spirit of active pursuit of knowledge and original scientific research particularly in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics. To facilitate social, scientific and cultural fellowship and cultivation of goodwill among its members. To promote close contact and interaction between persons following different branches and thus facilitate the development of a wider outlook and the integration and application of available scientific knowledge for the welfare of society. To safeguard the interests of scientists generally and its members in particular and work for their welfare.