Lunch break symposium supported by Danone
Chair(s)
TBC
Introduction:
This symposium will explore the critical role of gut health in supporting health outcomes across different stages of life highlighting how pharmacists can contribute to improved patient care through evidence-based nutritional interventions and personalized support.
The session will begin with a keynote presentation by
Prof. Jan Knol, providing the latest scientific insights into the importance of gut health and the evolving evidence linking the gut microbiome to health and wellbeing throughout the life course.
'This will be followed by a a presentation from
Elen Jones and
Mike Tignol, highlighting the importance of Specialized Nutrition in the management of the different stages of life, and the role that Pharmacists can play in the everyday life of our populations. "
The session will conclude with a panel discussion featuring pharmacists from three different markets. The panel will explore practical applications, challenges, and opportunities on Specialized Nutrition
Programme:
| 13:00 – 13:25 | Gut health |
| Prof. Jan Knol, Danone, Netherlands |
| 13:25 – 13:35 | Category insights |
| Prof. Elen Jones, Health Education and Improvement Wales, UK |
| Mike Tignol, Danone, Netherlands |
| 13:35 – 14:00 | Panel with pharmacists on implications |
Learning objectives:
1. Understand the role of gut health across the life course.
2. Explore evidence-based insights from Specialized Nutrition categories and their impact on health outcomes.
3. How pharmacists can support patients/ parents through nutrition-focused recommendations
Take home messages:
Gut health is a fundamental component of health and wellbeing across all life stages. Pharmacists are positioned to support nutritional needs, provide evidence-based guidance, help treatment adherence, and contribute to better patient outcomes
