MedSight - Ifra Tarannum
Name: Ifra Tarannum (MedBound Handle: @Ifra Tarannum)
Birth Place: Delhi
Academic Qualification: BSc Home Science from Lady Irwin College, Delhi University, Delhi, India (Admission Batch: 2016)
M.Sc. Food & Nutrition from Lady Irwin College, Delhi University, Delhi, India (Admission Batch: 2019)
Languages you speak/write: Hindi and English
What do you do?
I am a Nutritionist, and I am currently preparing for the NET exam.
What’s the best part of your profession?
The best part of my profession is the ability to view food as a form of medicine and debunk various myths related to food. It's rewarding to help people understand the importance of proper nutrition and its impact on overall health.
What made you choose this profession?
Since my school days, I've had a keen interest in reading about food, exploring food columns, magazines, and watching food-related shows like "Food CIA." During my graduation, I had a subject in food science, which further solidified my fascination with nutrition. This led me to choose a career in Nutrition.
Do you like reading?What was the last thing you read?
Yes, I enjoy reading.The last thing I read was "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl.
What is your favorite dish?
I enjoy everything delicious.
How would your friends describe you?
My friends would describe me as someone who is dedicated, curious, and always eager to learn new things.
What is your least favorite subject(s)?
My least favorite subject is Physics.
Your favorite subject(s)?
My favorite subjects are Biology.
What’s something you wish to change about the world?
I wish to change the prevalence of injustice, oppression, and blind consumerism in the world.
I wish to change the prevalence of injustice, oppression, and blind consumerism in the world.
I wish to change the prevalence of injustice, oppression, and blind consumerism in the world.
If your journey were a movie, what would it be called?
"Keep Hoping"
What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about multiple things, including listening to music, reading about scientific discoveries, and delving into Islamic history.
Best/memorable moment:
One of my best and most memorable moments was my graduation farewell with my friends.
What do you love to do in your leisure time?
In my leisure time, I love listening to music and reading or listening to Urdu poetry.
What do you hate the most?
I strongly dislike deceiving people and denying them their rightful rights.
If given a choice, what alternate career would you have opted for?
If I had to choose an alternate career, I might have opted for medicine or becoming a writer.
What is your dream travel destination?
My dream travel destination is Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem.
Where and what kind of workplace would you like to work in the future?
I aspire to work as a researcher in the field of nutrition, contributing to scientific advancements in the understanding of food and health.
Finally, a Quote you relate to:
"What doesn't work out, makes a way for what will."
What else would you like to tell about yourself?
I am constantly in a state of learning and growth, always seeking new knowledge and experiences to enhance my understanding of both my profession and the world around me.
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