The Gut Microbiome: Taking a Nutritional Approach to Modify Disease

Course overview

UAN: 0018-9999-18-153-H04-P RELEASE: 07/01/2018 EXPIRE: 07/01/2021 CREDITS: 2.0 LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1) Can gut microbiome composition predict low FODMAP diet efficacy in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? 2) Does a low FODMAP diet significantly alter gut microbiome composition or metabolite profiles in those with IBS? 3) Do host factors in those with IBS relate to low FODMAP diet efficiacy? 4) Understand the effects of antibiotics on gut microbiota, its metabolic byproducts and intestinal health 5) Appreciate targeted efforts to maintain gut health and mitigate intestinal pathogenic bacteria colonization and infection induced by antibiotic therapy