Under the patronage of the Acting Dean of the College, Dr. Ahmed Rashid Al-Lafi, the Nutrifiva Club, affiliated with the Department of Food and Nutrition, organized an event entitled "Diabetes Day: Coexistence and Prevention" to commemorate World Diabetes Day. The event took place on Wednesday morning, November 26th, and was attended by the Acting Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, Research, and Graduate Studies, Dr. Tariq Al-Shatti, and the Acting Head of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Dr. Tasleem Zafar. The event included an awareness exhibition featuring health clubs and healthy foods that contribute to maintaining normal blood sugar levels, some of which also help with weight loss. The aim of these displays was to change the community's perception of healthy food, which has evolved in flavor and preparation methods, to become more like regular food, but healthier. 

Based on this premise, Nutrifiva Club invited nutritionist Nour Al-Omar, who delivered a comprehensive awareness lecture on reactive hypoglycemia and dumping syndrome, in addition to cases of hypoglycemia after meals. She emphasized that these symptoms can appear in individuals without diabetes, especially given the high levels of stress, insulin resistance, and prediabetes. She also noted the widespread prevalence of type 2 diabetes in Kuwait, along with the increasing use of blood glucose meters among young people. In this context, the specialist explained that consuming high amounts of carbohydrates can lead to panic attacks or sharp drops in blood sugar levels in some individuals, particularly those who have undergone bariatric surgery. She emphasized the importance of understanding the nature of these changes and being able to manage them. 

During the lecture, the specialist offered a set of dietary guidelines to help reduce these attacks, including dividing meals throughout the day, incorporating protein, healthy fats, and fiber into each meal, and maintaining a three- to four-hour interval between meals. She also explained the necessity of consuming 30 grams of carbohydrates in main meals and 15 grams in snacks, citing practical examples such as protein yogurt with nuts and peanut butter toast. She also noted that patients with acid reflux should ideally have their last meal before 7:00 PM. She addressed some incorrect dietary habits, including the use of weight-loss medications that can slow digestion in some people, while simultaneously emphasizing the importance of protein in promoting satiety and regulating blood sugar levels. 

The lecture witnessed significant interaction from the college students, with a dedicated Q&A session and discussion of several case studies. In closing, Dr. Maha Al-Shehab, a faculty member in the Food and Nutrition Department, thanked nutritionist Nour Al-Omar for her informative presentation, which contributed to raising awareness among attendees and disseminating scientific information through her seminar. She was then honored by Nour Ali, president of the Nutrifiva Club, in recognition of her participation and efforts in promoting nutritional awareness.