NEW: Fast Food Frenzy: What Happens After the First Bite?

Schedule

Tue Mar 24 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Entertainment District | Toronto, ON

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About this Event

On Mar 24th, we present : "Fast Food Frenzy: What Happens After the First Bite?" by Prof. Roula Andreopoulos, MSc, PhD, ACUE — University of Toronto


You ate it. It tasted amazing. But do you know what happens next?

In Fast Food Frenzy, award-winning educator Prof. Roula Andreopoulos takes you on a journey through what actually happens inside your body after a fast-food meal.


From the first bite of a burger to the last sip of soda, we’ll follow carbohydrates, fats, and proteins as they sprint, slide, and occasionally crash their way through your metabolism. You’ll learn how nutrients are broken down, absorbed, and transformed into energy — or quietly stored for later (like leftovers you didn’t plan on keeping).


This interactive talk separates myth from science, explaining how your body responds to fast food in real time — no biochemistry background required. Expect audience polls, “wait… what?!” moments, and a newfound respect for your liver, pancreas, and mitochondria, which are working overtime every time you hit the drive-thru.


Real science. Big laughs. Zero guilt — just understanding.



🍿 About the incredible Professor Roula Andreopoulos

Professor Roula Andreopoulos is a highly regarded educator and scientist at the University of Toronto, known for her ability to make complex biological processes accessible, engaging, and fun. She is a 3M National Teaching Fellow, one of Canada’s highest honors for university teaching, recognized for excellence and leadership in education.

She also directs Canada’s only Amgen Scholars Program, supporting undergraduate researchers—especially those from historically marginalized communities—in developing research and communication skills. Consistently praised by students, Andreopoulos is known for making complex science clear, engaging, and fun.


📅 Date: March 24th, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Toronto (exact location revelaed in an email closer to the date)
🎤 Speaker: Prof. Roula Andreopoulos, PhD


🎟 Seats are limited! Early bird tickets available for a limited time.


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Entertainment District, 259 Richmond Street West, Toronto, Canada

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