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Relationships between gastrointestinal symptoms, psychological status and inflammatory tone in irritable bowel syndrome

0.5 CPD learning hours

Relationships between gastrointestinal symptoms, psychological status and inflammatory tone in irritable bowel syndrome – an explorative study on the impact of a Bifidobacterium longum 1714® and 35624® strain combination. (China Gut Conference, Beijing, 20th May 2023) With Katy Sorensen MSc (RD)

Katy Sorensen is a registered dietitian and Global Medical Lead at Novozymes OneHealth. She initially worked in clinical practice as an Acute and Community Dietitian in the United Kingdom before obtaining a Masters of Nutrition. Over the last 10 years, Katy has worked in various roles in medical affairs and clinical research, within the medical nutrition and biohealth industries. Katy has published a number of research articles in the field of malnutrition, cow’s milk protein allergy and synbiotics. She has a particular interest in the human gut microbiome.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the potential role of the stress response and inflammation in the development and exacerbation of the gastrointestinal and psychological symptoms of IBS
  2. Understand the potential effects of a dual strain Bifidobacterium longum probiotic upon gastrointestinal and psychological symptoms of IBS
  3. Understand the mechanisms by which a dual strain Bifidobacterium longum probiotic may exert positive effects on the gastrointestinal and psychological symptoms of IBS

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