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Advanced IBS & Gut Microbiome Practicum

Lecturers: Romy Moujaes, MSc, LD & Stephanie Baddour, MSc, LD
CPECS: 3.5

The Advanced IBS & Gut Microbiome Practicum is an evidence-based training designed to help dietitians confidently assess and manage irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and digestive health disorders using a holistic and integrative approach. This course explores the connection between gut microbiome balance, digestive symptoms, dietary triggers, and lifestyle factors affecting gastrointestinal health.

Participants will gain practical knowledge on IBS classification, diagnosis, red flags, and evidence-based nutrition interventions including the low FODMAP diet and probiotic use. The practicum combines scientific understanding with real-world applications to help clinicians personalize nutrition therapy for patients with digestive disorders.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this practicum, participants will be able to:

  • Understand IBS pathophysiology and subtype classification

  • Identify digestive red flags and appropriate referral considerations

  • Assess gut microbiome-related digestive symptoms

  • Apply evidence-based dietary strategies for IBS management

  • Use the low FODMAP diet appropriately in clinical practice

  • Evaluate probiotic use and digestive health supplements critically

  • Develop individualized nutrition plans for IBS patients

Course Schedule

5:00 – 5:15 PM
Introduction

5:15 – 7:00 PM
Module 1: IBS & Gut Microbiome

  • Functional bowel disorders

  • IBS causes, triggers, and symptoms

  • Subtype classification

  • Diagnosis and red flags

  • Gut microbiome dysbiosis

7:00 – 8:15 PM
Module 2: Healing the Gut using Integrative & Functional Nutrition Therapy

  • Dietary and lifestyle management

  • Probiotics

  • Low FODMAP diet implementation

8:15 – 8:30 PM
Conclusion & Q&A

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