Food Technology freshmen explored protein’s vital role
- 17/10/2022
On October 13, the Institute of Applied Sciences at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology organized a seminar titled “Protein in Nutrition and Food Processing” to provide Food Technology students with valuable knowledge about nutrition and protein.
Representatives from the HUTECH Institute of Applied Sciences and seminar speakers
Accompanying the students at the seminar was MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep, Vice President of the Vietnam Nutrition Association and Head of the HUTECH Department of Nutrition and Food Science. The seminar also featured Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thai Van Nam, Vice Director of the HUTECH Institute of Applied Sciences; Dr. Lam Van Man, Head of the Department of Food Technology; and lecturers from the HUTECH Institute of Applied Sciences.
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MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep highlights the crucial role of nutrition in human health
At the seminar, MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep demonstrated to students the importance of nutrition for human health and highlighted the current status of malnutrition and stunting in Vietnam. The speaker also discussed the causes and consequences of nutritional disorders and outlined the principles of proper nutrition.
Regarding protein, MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep discussed several key topics with the students: the role of protein in the body, protein structure and classification, the protein needs of Vietnamese people, and the protein content in various foods. To keep students updated on developments in the field, the speaker also introduced the application, composition, and classification of whey protein, a widely recognized protein source today.
As part of the seminar, MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep explained to students how to calculate the energy needed for each individual and estimate the energy content in the foods we consume daily. This valuable knowledge helps students ensure they meet their nutritional and energy needs when selecting food.
At the seminar, Dr. Lam Van Man introduced the history of the department, the teaching staff, the curriculum, and job opportunities to Food Technology freshmen, helping them become familiar with their "shared home" for the journey ahead.
Regarding protein, MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep discussed several key topics with the students: the role of protein in the body, protein structure and classification, the protein needs of Vietnamese people, and the protein content in various foods. To keep students updated on developments in the field, the speaker also introduced the application, composition, and classification of whey protein, a widely recognized protein source today.
As part of the seminar, MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep explained to students how to calculate the energy needed for each individual and estimate the energy content in the foods we consume daily. This valuable knowledge helps students ensure they meet their nutritional and energy needs when selecting food.
At the seminar, Dr. Lam Van Man introduced the history of the department, the teaching staff, the curriculum, and job opportunities to Food Technology freshmen, helping them become familiar with their "shared home" for the journey ahead.
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Food Technology students attentively listen to the speaker
Dr. Lam Van Man presents key aspects of the Food Technology curriculum to new students
Seminar insights will prepare Food Technology students for their career aspirations
MD. Do Thi Ngoc Diep concluded that nutrition plays a crucial role in improving health and preventing diseases. A balanced diet with high nutritional value foods and the application of protein in food technology are essential for human health. This knowledge will be vital for the future careers of HUTECH students, helping them achieve their career aspirations.
News: Kim Khang
Photo: Trung Kien
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Photo: Trung Kien
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