Kurdistan Technical Institute Hosts a Scientific Panel on "Sweet Choices: Sugar, Natural Sweeteners, or Artificial Sweeteners"

Date : 11 - Oct - 2026

As part of its ongoing academic initiatives to promote public health and nutritional awareness, Kurdistan Technical Institute (KTI) organized a specialized scientific panel titled:

"Sweet Choices: Sugar, Natural Sweeteners, or Artificial Sweeteners."

The event took place at the Sheikh Fakhr Sheikh Tayib Qaywani Conference Hall, attended by healthcare professionals, faculty members, and students.

Panel Discussions & Insights:

The panel addressed one of today\'s most widely debated health topics: the comparative effects of regular sugar versus its natural and artificial substitutes. The expert panelists provided evidence-based insights into the physiological impacts of various sweeteners, examining their links to chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, from pharmacological and toxicological perspectives, the panel evaluated the safety thresholds of artificial sweeteners (such as aspartame), potential health risks associated with overconsumption, and practical dietary guidance for making informed, healthy daily nutritional choices.

Distinguished Panelists:

Lecturer Huda Ghafoor Rauf – Lecturer at Kurdistan Technical Institute.

Dr. Sana Majid Mohammed – Pharmacist, MSc in Pharmacology & Toxicology.

Dr. Salman Jaf – Clinical Nutrition Specialist at Hiwa Hospital.

Panel Moderator:

Dr. Nza Burhan Ahmed – Lecturer at Kurdistan Technical Institute.

The seminar concluded with an interactive Q&A session, allowing students and attendees to engage directly with the experts and gain valuable scientific perspectives on maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

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