Master’s Degree Awarded to Ms. Dhikra Ahmed Al-Sayaghi in Food Science and Nutrition
Ms. Dhikra Ahmed Hussein Al-Sayaghi was awarded a Master’s Degree in Food Science and Nutrition for her thesis titled: Effect of Low-Carbohydrate Ketogenic Diet on Weight Loss among Overweight and Obese Women, which was submitted to the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Agriculture, Food, and Environment – Sana’a University. The MA defense was held on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
The MA Viva-voce Committee, which was formed based on a resolution issued by the Graduate Studies and Scientific Research Council, consisted of the following:
# | Committee Members | Designation | Position |
1 | Prof. Abduljalil Derhim | Internal Examiner | Chair |
2 | Prof. Adnan Abdo Mohammed Al-Qubati | Main Supervisor | Member |
3 | Prof. Qais Abdullah Abdullah Najeem | External Examiner | Member |
The study aimed to investigate the effect of the ketogenic diet on weight loss among overweight and obese women, and to compare its effectiveness with that of a standard diet.
The study yielded a number of key findings summarized as follows:
The ketogenic diet proved more effective in promoting weight loss.
It had a positive effect on reducing blood glucose levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
The ketogenic diet contributed to improved insulin sensitivity.
In light of the findings, the researcher recommended:
Conducting separate studies for each study variable with a larger sample size and over a longer duration.
Supporting and encouraging such research, given its significant benefits to public health and the community.
The defense session was attended by a number of academics, researchers, students, colleagues, and the researcher’s family.
The MA Viva-voce Committee Resolution
