Department: Nutrition and Dietetics Department
The workshop in brief:
The International Workshop on The Gut–Brain Connection: Diet as a Tool for Resilience and Wellness brings together scholars, practitioners, and students to explore the vital role of nutrition in supporting mental and physical health. The event highlights the latest scientific insights into how diet influences the gut microbiome, brain function, and overall well-being. Through expert lectures, interactive discussions, and knowledge-sharing, the workshop aims to promote innovative approaches to resilience and wellness, bridging research with practical applications for healthier lifestyles.
This workshop explores how diet shapes the gut–brain axis, influencing mood, cognition, immunity, and overall resilience. Participants will learn about the latest research connecting nutrition to mental well-being, gut microbiota diversity, and stress adaptation. The session emphasizes practical applications—how food choices can enhance resilience, support recovery, and improve wellness outcomes across populations.
· Understand the physiological link between the gut, brain, and diet.
· Explore the impact of dietary patterns on mental health and stress resilience.
· Identify practical strategies and evidence-based interventions for integrating nutrition into wellness programs.
Participants: About 70 participants
Place: Tishk International University, Hall #302.
Session topics:
- Neurodegenerative Implications and the Role of Diet
- Nurturing your gut-brain connection Impact Probiotics and Prebiotics: on Gut-Brain Axis
- Potential in Neurodegenerative Diseases and the Role of Diet
presenters
Speaker I: Prof. Naji Mustafa Abuirmeileh (Topic 1), Professor of Nutrition and Veterinary Medicine, Former Dean at Jordan University of Science and Technology
Speaker II: Asst. Prof. Yaseen Mammand Omar, Assistant Professor of Food Technology and Human Nutrition, Salahaddin University–Erbil.
Speaker I: Prof. Naji Mustafa Abuirmeileh (Topic 2), Professor of Nutrition and Veterinary Medicine, Former Dean at Jordan University of Science and Technology
The international workshop successfully enhanced understanding of the complex relationship between the gut and brain, emphasizing how nutrition serves as a powerful tool for promoting mental resilience and overall wellness. Participants gained insight into the latest global research on the gut microbiome, neuroinflammation, and dietary interventions that support cognitive and emotional health.
The workshop fostered international collaboration among nutritionists, neuroscientists, and healthcare professionals, highlighting evidence-based dietary strategies to optimize gut-brain communication and prevent neurodegenerative and psychological disorders. Attendees concluded with a shared commitment to integrating gut-health-focused dietary approaches into clinical practice, public health initiatives, and educational programs for sustainable well-being.
