You are what you eat: That gut feeling

Explore the latest in gut science and how big data is unlocking insights into the microbiome’s role in health and disease.

Nicknamed our ‘second brain’, the gut and its microbiome are well known to impact various body systems and overall health outcomes. Hear about the latest in gut science and how using big datasets is helping better understand the interplay between the gut microbiome and various diseases. Also, what happens when things go wrong in the gut, such as with food intolerances or gut-targeting parasites? Our experts share how they are finding new diagnostic and treatment solutions to improve gut health in people and animals.

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