Revitalize your gut: A probiotic approach to healthy ageing
Tracks
Pharmacy Assistant National Conference
| Saturday, September 2, 2023 |
| 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM |
| Maritime Ballroom 4 |
Sponsored by Metagenics
Details
As we age, it's important to adapt our approach to health and wellness, including the care we give our gut microbiome. Probiotics are a powerful tool for supporting the microbiome, improving digestion, nutrient absorption and immune function. In this session, you will discover how to assist customers experiencing heartburn symptoms and how to help maintain the wellbeing of your ageing customers. By prioritizing gut health, we can help support our bodies as we age, ensuring we stay healthy and active for years to come. Learn how to guide your customers towards a proactive approach to gut health and overall wellness.
Speaker
Ms Belinda Duffy
Health Care Professional Education Officer
Metagenics
Revitalize your gut: A probiotic approach to healthy ageing
Biography
Belinda Duffy began her academic career in Medical Science, gaining a Bachelor of Applied Science and spending seven years at QML as a cytologist, screening for cervical cancer. However, her desire for greater impact on the health of individuals lead her to further study and a degree in Nutritional Medicine. Belinda has been working in the field of complementary medicines for over 10 years. She has experience working in both the retail sphere, in health food stores and in pharmacy as a nutritionist, and in private practice as a Clinical Nutritionist, before beginning her current role with Metagenics in 2020. Belinda's areas of interest have changed during her time at Metagenics, and she is now a subject matter expert for gut health and the gut microbiome, in particular the gut-brain axis.
