Maria Arshad (she/her)

Academic Position:

Lecturer

Teaching Interests:

Nutritional Disorders, Lifecycle Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

Fields of Research (FoR):

Animal based model, Hepatoxicity, Superfood, Gut health, Antioxidants

Keywords:

Nutrition and dietetics, Preventive Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Health and wellness

Faculty:

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Contact Details:

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Student Advising Schedule:

Monday 9 to 11am

BIOGRAPHY

Ms. Maria Arshad is currently working as a permanent Lecturer in the Department of Dietetics and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Chenab, Gujrat, Pakistan. She has also served as a Visiting Lecturer at GIFT University, Gujranwala, and has previously been affiliated with the Gujranwala Institute of Medical and Emerging Sciences. In addition to her academic appointments, she possesses professional experience in clinical nutrition, where she has contributed to improving patient health outcomes through evidence-based dietary interventions. She has a strong interest in scientific writing and has published blogs and articles on international platforms. Her master’s research, entitled “Hepatoprotective Efficacy of Quinoa Seed Extract against Carbon Tetrachloride-Induced Liver Toxicity in a Rat Model,” has been published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition. She has organized and coordinated various academic and co-curricular activities for students, with a focus on promoting experiential learning. Additionally, she has actively participated in national and institutional seminars and workshops. Furthermore, she has also collaborated with various organizations in a social service capacity, contributing to community welfare initiatives, including fundraising and volunteer-based activities.

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS

No.DesignationSchool/Institute/University
1.LecturerUniversity of Chenab, Gujranwala
2.Visiting LecturerGift University Gujranwala
3.LecturerGujranwala Institute of Medical and Emerging Sciences

MY QUALIFICATIONS

No.Degree / Program of Study NameAwarding Body/University/Institute
1.Master of Science (Hons.) Human Nutrition and DieteticsUniversity of Agriculture Faisalabad.
2.Bachelor of science (Hons.) Human Nutrition and DieteticsPMAS Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi.
3.F.Sc.(Pre- Medical)Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Gujranwala
4.Matriculation (Science)Federal Board of Secondary Education, Islamabad

MY RESEARCH ACTIVITIES: JOURNALS ARTICLES / BOOK CHAPTERS / PATENTS

No.TitleDetails
1.Hepatoprotective efficacy of quinoa seed extract against CCl4– induced acute liver toxicity in rat modelArshad, Maria, Shabana Kousar, Ahmad Din, Muhammad Afzaal, Muhammad Naeem Faisal et al. “Hepatoprotective efficacy of quinoa seed extract against CCl4‐induced acute liver toxicity in rat model.” Food Science & Nutrition 12, no. 7 (2024): 5007-5018. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.4149
2.Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Goat Milk Against Acetic Acid-Induced Ulcerative Colitis in Rat ModelKousar, Shabana, Maria Arshad, Tahir Zahoor, Muhammad Naeem Faisal, Gholamreza Abdi, and Rana Muhammad Aadil. “Anti‐Inflammatory Effect of Goat Milk Against Acetic Acid‐Induced Ulcerative Colitis in Rat Model.” Food Science & Nutrition 13, no. 8 (2025): e70641. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.70641
3.Explore the Potential of Probiotics and Prebiotics in Modulating Gut Health: A Comprehensive ReviewMaria Arshad, Shabana Kousar, Summat Abbas and Asma abdul Rehman. 2025. Explore the potential of probiotics and prebiotics in modulating gut health: A comprehensive review. In: Şahin T, Ameer K, Abid M and Tahir S (eds), Nutritional Foundations of Holistic Health: From Supplements to Feed Strategies. Unique Scientific Publishers, Faisalabad, Pakistan, pp: 147-155. https://doi.org/10.47278/book.HH/2025.251

MY RESEARCH SUPERVISION:

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MY TEACHINGS:

Course Information (Name/Code)Year TaughtProgram (Bs/Ms/Phd)University /Institute
Magnetic Resonance ImagingFall 2020MidUirsmit
Applied PhysiologyFall 2020BmisUirsmit
Magnetic Resonance ImagingSpring 2021MidUirsmit
Angiography And Cardiac ImagingSpring 2021MidUirsmit
Practical Nuclear MedicineSpring 2021BmisUirsmit
Gynecological UltrasoundSummer 2021MidUirsmit
Angiography And Cardiac ImagingFall2021MidUirsmit
Practical UltrasoundFall2021MidUirsmit
Magnetic Resonance ImagingFall2021MidUirsmit