Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Dentistry, Professor Dr. Raghad Abdul-Razzaq Mohammed.
The College of Dentistry at the University of Baghdad organized a continuing education course entitled “The Molecular and Health Effects of Fast Food on the Human Body,” with the participation of several faculty members.
The course aimed to highlight the biochemical, immunological, and pharmacological effects of fast food and to demonstrate its relationship to chronic diseases, metabolic disorders, and immune system dysfunction.
The course covered several key topics, including:
1- Inflammation and immune system dysfunction resulting from fast food consumption.
2- The effect of fast food on drug metabolism and bioavailability, and on lipid metabolism pathways.
3- The chemical interaction between trans fats and cellular proteins.
4- The biochemical effect of fast food on oxidative stress.
5- Chemical additives in fast food and their long-term health effects. 6- Understanding the mechanisms of immune system dysfunction resulting from unhealthy diets.
The course recommended the following:
• Enhancing nutritional awareness among community members.
• Integrating molecular nutrition concepts into medical curricula.
• Conducting scientific research on the impact of processed foods on public health.
• Collaborating between medical and health colleges to develop preventive and therapeutic strategies.
