Ms. Sidra Tul Muntaha | Nutrition | Editorial Board Member

Sidra Tul Muntaha is a Ph.D. scholar in Human Nutrition and Dietetics at the National Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan, where she has been pursuing her doctoral studies since November 2021 after completing her M.Sc. (Hons.) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the same institution in 2021. Her academic and research journey is centered on advancing evidence-based nutrition, functional foods, and nutraceutical science with a strong emphasis on improving human health outcomes. She has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed international journals, reflecting her growing impact in food science, nutrition, and interdisciplinary health research. Her published work spans experimental, applied, and review-based studies, including investigations into the anti-hyperlipidemic and anti-atherogenic effects of citrus peel pectin, highlighting its therapeutic potential against diet-induced hyperlipidemia. She has also explored innovative nutraceutical approaches such as polyphenol-protein particles, positioning them as emerging solutions in modern nutrition and food science. Her research interests extend to public health nutrition and disaster resilience, as demonstrated by her contribution to a multisectoral analysis of nutrition crisis management following floods. Additionally, she has worked on product development and functional food evaluation, examining the nutritional, textural, phytochemical, and sensory properties of protein-enriched biscuits formulated with alfalfa leaf protein concentrate. Her review articles further emphasize her expertise in nutraceuticals, including comprehensive analyses of industrial hemp for arthritis and diabetes management and the role of berries in gastrointestinal disorders. Through her multidisciplinary research, Sidra Tul Muntaha integrates nutritional biochemistry, food technology, and public health perspectives to address both chronic disease prevention and nutrition security. Her scholarly contributions reflect a commitment to translating scientific research into practical dietary strategies and functional food innovations, positioning her as an emerging researcher with a strong foundation in nutrition science and a clear focus on improving health through food-based interventions.