Statement Of Purpose For Functional Food
STATEMENT OF INTENT
An uncertain future may inject fear into the minds of some people. When it comes to me, I have learned that the uncertainty of the future means that it offers opportunities to discover something about which I am passionate. In the beginning, I expected to be a clinical pharmacist at a hospital, since I had completed my pharmacy degree with that focus. Nevertheless, the food and beverage industry has captivated my interest enough for me to pursue a career in it, especially as related to the innovation and development of functional foods.
In terms of previous formal education, I obtained my bachelor degree in the field of pharmacy from the University of Surabaya (UBAYA). Several weeks before the undergraduate orientation …show more content…
During the comprehensive review process about breast cancer, I found intriguing articles discussing several studies with conflicting outcomes on the correlation between soy isoflavones and breast cancer. From the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) Foods That Fight Cancer™ review, AICR states that soy foods do not increase breast cancer risk, and are safe for survivors of breast cancer in moderate amounts. In some cases, research found that soy consumption actually lowers breast cancer risk, and links it to a decrease in breast cancer recurrence. While soy’s potential effects on health remain an active area of investigation, these articles have encouraged me to learn about functional foods, which play a role in promoting optimal health and reducing the risk of disease. The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Expert Report “Functional Foods: Opportunities and Challenges” has given me more insights regarding those foods, and has further triggered the curiosity for in-depth …show more content…
Surya Pratama, an Indonesia-based company that produces bottled water. Working as a quality assurance officer at this factory since May 2015, I have the responsibility of guaranteeing that our products are manufactured in accordance with established regulations. The insights related to the pragmatic implementation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which I gained from my previous internship at the Army Pharmacy Institute (Lafi Ditkesad) which produces medicines for the Indonesian army, have been useful in my present job. My current position has augmented my knowledge about the water treatment process for the production of standard drinking water that is a vital part of the food and beverage
An uncertain future may inject fear into the minds of some people. When it comes to me, I have learned that the uncertainty of the future means that it offers opportunities to discover something about which I am passionate. In the beginning, I expected to be a clinical pharmacist at a hospital, since I had completed my pharmacy degree with that focus. Nevertheless, the food and beverage industry has captivated my interest enough for me to pursue a career in it, especially as related to the innovation and development of functional foods.
In terms of previous formal education, I obtained my bachelor degree in the field of pharmacy from the University of Surabaya (UBAYA). Several weeks before the undergraduate orientation …show more content…
During the comprehensive review process about breast cancer, I found intriguing articles discussing several studies with conflicting outcomes on the correlation between soy isoflavones and breast cancer. From the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) Foods That Fight Cancer™ review, AICR states that soy foods do not increase breast cancer risk, and are safe for survivors of breast cancer in moderate amounts. In some cases, research found that soy consumption actually lowers breast cancer risk, and links it to a decrease in breast cancer recurrence. While soy’s potential effects on health remain an active area of investigation, these articles have encouraged me to learn about functional foods, which play a role in promoting optimal health and reducing the risk of disease. The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Expert Report “Functional Foods: Opportunities and Challenges” has given me more insights regarding those foods, and has further triggered the curiosity for in-depth …show more content…
Surya Pratama, an Indonesia-based company that produces bottled water. Working as a quality assurance officer at this factory since May 2015, I have the responsibility of guaranteeing that our products are manufactured in accordance with established regulations. The insights related to the pragmatic implementation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which I gained from my previous internship at the Army Pharmacy Institute (Lafi Ditkesad) which produces medicines for the Indonesian army, have been useful in my present job. My current position has augmented my knowledge about the water treatment process for the production of standard drinking water that is a vital part of the food and beverage