Biography:
Dr. Thahira Banu A, a specialist in Dietetics with 23 years of experience in teaching, research, and extension, has conducted extensive studies on the nutrient quality, toxicity, and therapeutic applications of seaweeds. Her research also focuses on the prevalence of diabetes and HIV, with the development of nutrition education packages for affected individuals. She has formulated low glycemic index seaweed-based foods for diabetics and holds an Indian patent for a nutritional chocolate composition. With 46 research publications, 7 PhDs guided, and books authored on marine bioactives and dietary fibre in Indian foods, she continues to contribute significantly to nutrition science.
Title : Seaweed: A promising natural bio preservative