Assessing the Microbiome – Presented by Dr. Gabriela Leite
Studies of the gut microbiome have yielded critical insights as to the influences of commensal microbes on human health, including influences on the immune system and on nutrient digestion, absorption and metabolism. However, most studies to date have been performed using stool samples, which are not representative of the metabolically active small bowel. Therefore, the objective of this presentation was to show the importance of the small bowel microbiome and its association with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
The NES: Gut Microbiome: its overall health and related illnesses was a full-day event complimentary to the public, patients and caregivers that included topics relating to multiple aspects of the gut microbiome. This included information from medical professionals on daily experiences and management techniques that patients can use to improve their day-to-day living. There was also a post-event reception for all attendees to network, share stories, and resources