Advancing Health and Wellness Through Nutrition

On October 7, 2025, the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Tishk International University successfully organized an International Workshop titled “The Gut–Brain Connection: Diet as a Tool for Resilience and Wellness.” Held at Hall 302, Education Building, this event supported UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being by exploring the critical relationship between nutrition, brain function, and mental resilience.

Distinguished Presentations

Expert Speakers and Topics

Prof. Naji Mustafa Abuirmeileh

• Focused on Preventive and Therapeutic Nutrition

• Emphasized the importance of balanced diets for mental and physical health

• Highlighted nutritional strategies for enhancing overall wellness

Asst. Prof. Yaseen Mammand Omar Galali

• Presented on Food Technology and Human Nutrition

• Explained the scientific basis of dietary components in gut–brain communication

• Discussed how food technology impacts nutritional quality and health outcomes

Workshop Impact

The event successfully brought together:

• Distinguished speakers from academic and health disciplines

• Faculty members and students across various departments

• Healthcare professionals interested in nutritional science

• Interdisciplinary participants seeking holistic health knowledge

Educational Approach

The workshop promoted:

• Holistic nutrition perspectives integrating mind and body wellness

• Practical applications of academic nutritional knowledge

• Evidence-based dietary strategies for mental resilience

• Interdisciplinary collaboration in health sciences

Institutional Commitment

The Faculty of Applied Science expressed appreciation for all contributors, recognizing this event as part of TIU’s ongoing dedication to:

• Global health advancement through education

• Sustainable development goals implementation

• Wellness promotion in academic and community settings

• Knowledge exchange across health disciplines

This international workshop represented a significant step in promoting comprehensive understanding of nutrition’s role in mental and physical health, aligning with TIU’s mission to contribute to global wellness and sustainable development.

Keywords: Gut-Brain Connection, Nutrition Workshop, Mental Wellness, Sustainable Development Goals, Preventive Nutrition, Food Technology, Holistic Health, Dietary Science, Health Education