Gail Cresci, PhD, RD, LD, CNSc: The Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease 2-part series, "Therapeutic Manipulations of Gut Microbiota – Module 2" In this module Dr. Gail Cresci discusses the therapeutic manipulations of gut microbiota, including methods for managing peptic ulcers. Dr. Cresci explores the use of fecal microbiota transplants to manage recurrent C. difficile infection, as well as the benefits of pre- and probiotics for specific ailments. Dr. Cresci’s research examines the desirable properties of specific probiotic strains, their…
Gail Cresci, PhD, RD, LD, CNSc: The Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease 2-part series, "Therapeutic Manipulations of Gut Microbiota – Module 2" In this module Dr. Gail Cresci discusses the therapeutic manipulations of…
Gail Cresci, PhD, RD, LD, CNSc: The Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease 2-part series, “Diversity of the Gut Microbiota and the Host – Module 1” In this module Dr. Gail Cresci discusses the diversity of the gut microbiome and its influences on the host, as well as the associations of gut dysbiosis and synbiosis. Dr. Cresci's research has led to a greater understanding of the impact of the gut microbiota on metabolism, gene expression and immune function, as well…
Gail Cresci, PhD, RD, LD, CNSc: The Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease 2-part series, “Diversity of the Gut Microbiota and the Host – Module 1” In this module Dr. Gail Cresci discusses…
In this presentation Gail Cresci, PhD, RD reviews how digestive health is enhanced when the gut microbiome is rich in diverse micro flora. This diversity is supported when preferred energy sources for the bacteria are available and support the viability of microbiota. The importance of these combinations lies in the fact that a metabolic environment is created which in turns provides protection of the gut barrier, optimal immune response and normal gut function and influences on a variety of other…
In this presentation Gail Cresci, PhD, RD reviews how digestive health is enhanced when the gut microbiome is rich in diverse micro flora. This diversity is supported when preferred energy sources for the…
In this video, Gail Cresci, PhD, RD, LD, CNSC from the Cleveland Clinic discusses the microbiome and whether synbiotics, synergistic combination of pre- and probiotics, make a difference. She covers the rationale for synbiotic use, synbiotic approaches, supporting evidence for health outcomes. Presented at ASPEN Clinical Nutrition Week 2015. View the Slide Deck
In this video, Gail Cresci, PhD, RD, LD, CNSC from the Cleveland Clinic discusses the microbiome and whether synbiotics, synergistic combination of pre- and probiotics, make a difference. She covers the rationale for…
Rob Knight, PhD is a pioneer in the study of microbiomes, in humans, animals, and the environment. He says “the three pounds of microbes that you carry around with you might be more important than every single gene you carry around in your genome.” Dr. Knight is the author of a popular TED book, Follow Your Gut: The Enormous Impact of Tiny Microbes, which explores how microbes impact your health, mood, and more. In this TED Talk, Dr. Knight discusses…
Rob Knight, PhD is a pioneer in the study of microbiomes, in humans, animals, and the environment. He says “the three pounds of microbes that you carry around with you might be more…
Christopher Keroack, MD, IFMCP Understanding food plan macronutrient ratios is straightforward, but the actual implementation of a ketogenic program and achieving desired results in diverse patients can be more difficult. Dr. Keroack shares the clinical challenges and successes he has experienced while guiding patients through the ketogenic food plan. He discusses patient improvements in the areas of hormone balance, insulin sensitivity, weight loss, and overall metabolism. Learn how to implement the ketogenic diet with success. Watch the full MAPS Talk: View Now Click here for…
Christopher Keroack, MD, IFMCP Understanding food plan macronutrient ratios is straightforward, but the actual implementation of a ketogenic program and achieving desired results in diverse patients can be more difficult. Dr. Keroack shares the…
The microbial community in each of our bodies influences our physiology, metabolism and immune function, playing roles in both health and disease. This community of bacteria helps its human host digest food, synthesize certain vitamins, and protect against pathogenic bacteria. Recognizing the benefits of “good” microbes begs the question, what does the microbial population look like in a healthy person? And how does the population differ in a person with metabolic or digestive disease? This monograph reviews the role of…
The microbial community in each of our bodies influences our physiology, metabolism and immune function, playing roles in both health and disease. This community of bacteria helps its human host digest food, synthesize…
Robert Martindale, MD proposes that we have been so lost in trying to prevent inflammation that we have forgotten about the resolution of inflammation. Resolution is an active process. Anti-inflammation is not equivalent to Pro-Resolution. SPMs are lipid compounds isolated in many human tissues during inflammation. 1) Chemically synthesized in lab and in vivo 2) Injected into humans at physiologic doses 3) Inflammation resolves faster – mimics natural healing 4) Prevents transition to chronic inflammation 5) Increases bacterial and viral…
Robert Martindale, MD proposes that we have been so lost in trying to prevent inflammation that we have forgotten about the resolution of inflammation. Resolution is an active process. Anti-inflammation is not equivalent…
by Lewis Chang, PhD Many nutrition studies utilizing a low fat diet for weight and health management have not consistently demonstrated reductions in cardiovascular events or mortality. In contrast, higher fat diets have netted improved body composition, diet adherence, and satisfying food preferences. However, it is still unknown whether there is an optimal diet composition of fat content for health benefits. A balanced high fat diet (BHFD) is a diet with 50/30/20 ratio of fat/carbohydrate/protein in which the fat component…
by Lewis Chang, PhD Many nutrition studies utilizing a low fat diet for weight and health management have not consistently demonstrated reductions in cardiovascular events or mortality. In contrast, higher fat diets have…
by Nilima Desai, MPH, RD In today’s fast-paced world it seems like most people are under some type of stress. In fact, the World Health Organization’s Global Burden of Disease Survey reports by the year 2020, stress-related conditions will be the second leading cause of disability.1 Stress is defined as, “a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation”.2 It’s important to remember that not all stress is bad,…
by Nilima Desai, MPH, RD In today’s fast-paced world it seems like most people are under some type of stress. In fact, the World Health Organization’s Global Burden of Disease Survey reports by…