Journal of Clinical Research & Bioethics

Association of fast food consumption with liver function enzymes among university students in Northern Jordan

6^th International Conference on Advanced Clinical Research and Clinical Trials

September 10-11, 2018 | Zurich, Switzerland

Moawiah Khatatbeh

Yarmouk University, Jordan

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Clin Res Bioeth

Abstract:

Statement of the Problem: There is abundant research about the effects of lipids on heart diseases in many countries, however, research about the association between fast food consumption and liver functions is lacking, especially in Arab countries. Therefore, detecting the extent to which students consume fast food meals highlights the way for people to encounter the associated risks. The purpose of this study is to highlight the magnitude of this risk factor among Jordanian university students. Methodology & Theoretical Orientation: Data will be collected from voluntary subjects (students, n = 200) at Yarmouk University at two stages: The first stage involves using data collection tool asking about socio-demographic variables including age, gender, educational status and eating habits. In the second stage, 10 ml whole blood samples will be collected from each volunteer in the second day to test for lipid profile and liver function tests. Findings: The research is ongoing and results are still not ready. Conclusion & Significance: Junk and fast food is associated with increased BMI and impaired liver functions. This can contribute to an increase risk of both hepatic and cardiovascular diseases. Recent Publications 1. Moawiah Khatatbeh, Khaled A. Jadallah, Mohammad AlBashtawi, Suad Hamaideh, Mais Garibeh, Nadia Knaan, Bara Smadi ???Factors associated with colorectal cancer among Jordanians: A case-control study???. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, (2018). ACCEPTED for Publication 2. Laila Matalqah, Khaldoon Radaideh, Moawiah Khatatbeh, and Omar Al Omari. ???Quality of life among population in Northern Jordan??? Epidemiology Biostatistics and Public Health, (2018). ACCEPTED for Publication 3. Waleed al momani, Sana Janakat and Moawiah Khatatbeh. ???Bacterial Contamination of Table Eggs Sold on Jordan Markets???. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, (2018). 17: 15-20 4. Alkhawaldeh, A., Khatatbeh, M., ALBashtawy, M., Al-Awamreh, K., Al Qadire, M., ALOmari, O., & Alshakh, H. ???Behavioral approaches to treating overweight and obesity in adolescents.??? Nursing Children and Young People. (2017); 29(9), 44-46. 5. Al Omari, Omar, Dianne Wynaden, Hasan Al-Omari, and Moawiah Khatatbeh. ???Coping Strategies of Jordanian Adolescents With Cancer: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis Study.??? Journal of Pediatric Oncology Nursing, (2017). 34 (1), 35-43. 6. Alkhaldi, S. M., Khatatbeh, M. M., Berggren, V. E., & Taha, H. A. ???Knowledge and attitudes toward mandatory premarital screening among university students in North Jordan??? Hemoglobin. (2016); 40(2), 118-124.

Biography :

Moawiah Khatatbeh has his expertise in public health and epidemiology and passion in improving the health and wellbeing. His philosophy is that our health is within the reach of our hands. In other words, most of health problems are avoidable. He has built this philosophy after years of experience in research, evaluation, and teaching both in hospitals and education institutions.

E-mail: moawia.m@yu.edu.jo