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A Guide To Complementary Feeding
Sirinuch Chomtho, MD, PhD
Discover the essentials of complementary feeding with Professor Sirinuch Chomtho, and why it's crucial for infant nutrition.
This presentation was delivered by Professor Sirinuch Chomtho, MD, PhD, Head of the Division of Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine at Chulalongkorn University.
Promoting Healthy Nutrition in Preemies: Nutritional Strategies
Manuel Sánchez Luna, MD, PhD
Explore nutritional strategies with Dr. Manuel Sánchez Luna as he discusses how to promote healthy nutrition in preemies and facilitate catch-up growth in pediatric care. Uncover how tailored dietary interventions can support the unique needs of premature infants and the critical role they play in their overall development.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Dr. Manuel Sánchez Luna, MD, PhD. Head of Neonatology and NICU Division, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Maranon. Professor of Pediatrics, Complutense University, Madrid, Spain. SENEO Presidents.
Critical Role of Nutritional Intervention for Cesarean-Born Infants
Sarabeth De Castro, MD
Dr. Sarabeth De Castro examines how nutritional interventions may help address gut dysbiosis in cesarean-born infants by influencing early gut microbiome development. Gain insights on factors such as delivery mode, breastfeeding, and environmental exposures, and discover potential approaches like microbiota transfer and the use of prebiotics to improve gut health.
This presentation was delivered by Dr. Sarabeth De Castro, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist at the De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute.
The Effects of Delivery Mode on Babies
Juan José Díaz Martín, MD, PhD
The impact of delivery mode on infants' gut microbiota is explored by Dr. Juan José Díaz Martín, emphasizing the importance of understanding the differences between cesarean section and vaginal birth. Learn how breastfeeding can help restore a healthy microbiome in cesarean-born infants, which plays a key role in their long-term health. The potential for techniques such as vaginal seeding and fecal maternal transplant to restore microbiota are also discussed.
This presentation is delivered by Dr. Juan José Díaz Martín, MD, PhD, Consultant in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Asturias Central University Hospital.
From Allergy Prevention to Tolerance Development
Patrick Tounian, MD, PhD
Dr. Patrick Tounian explores the journey from allergy prevention to tolerance development in cow's milk protein allergy. Acquire the latest insights in managing this condition and the critical role of early dietary interventions in promoting tolerance in infants.
This presentation was delivered by Dr. Patrick Tounian, MD, PhD. Head of Pediatric Nutrition and Gastroenterology at Trousseau Hospital.
The Role of Nutrition in Early Allergy Progression
Benjamin D. Gold, MD, FAAP, FACG, NASPGHAN-F
Dr. Benjamin Gold delves into the critical role of nutrition in early allergy progression and its potential to modify the allergic march. Gain insights into how dietary choices made during infancy can influence allergic outcomes and understand the significance of early interventions in allergy prevention.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Dr. Benjamin Gold, MD, FAAP, FACG, NASPGHAN-F, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Children’s Center for Digestive Healthcare. Founder, Aerodigestive Center and Program at Children’s Healthcare Atlanta.
The Role of the Microbiome in Early Life Health and Disease
Siobhan O’Mahony, PhD
The critical role of the microbiome in early life health and disease is discussed by Dr. Siobhan O'Mahony. Gain knowledge on how gut microbiota influences infant development, immune function, and the potential long-term impact on conditions such as allergies and gastrointestinal disorders.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Dr. Siobhan O’Mahony, PhD. Researcher in Microbiome, Women’s Health at University of Cork.
Complementary Feeding: How Soon to Start? Why, When, How?
Rodrigo Vázquez Frías, MD, PhD
Find out more about complementary feeding. Learn about which food groups to introduce, when, and the importance of exposing healthy infants to potential allergens.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Dr. Rodrigo Vázquez Frías, MD, PhD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Nutritionist at Hospital Infantil de México Federico Gómez.
Early MFGM and the Electro-Physiological Impact
Cecilia Algarín, MD, MSc
Watch Dr. Cecilia Algarín explore the findings from the "Chilean Project Infant Nutrition Trial" which investigated the effects of different feeding methods on infant growth and cognitive development. Learn about the impact of MFGM on brain circuits and the influence early nutrition may have on cognitive development and language-related processes.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Dr. Cecilia Algarín, MD, MSc, Child Neurologist at the University of Chile.
Nutrition and Myelination: Early Nutrition's Influence on Development
Javier Fontecha, PhD
Explore how variations in early infant nutrition affects myelination and cognitive development with Dr Javier Fontecha. His research focuses on the role of MFGM in promoting myelination, which may subsequently enhance cognitive development.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Dr. Javier Fontecha, PhD, Researcher at the Institute of Food Science Research (CIAL-CSIC).
The Evolution of Early Nutrition and Long-Term Health
Rosan Meyer, RD, PhD
Explore how early nutrition during the first 1,000 days of life can impact infant health and long-term growth and disease. Learn from Prof. Rosan Meyer about the nutrients that breastmilk and complementary foods can provide to support infant nutrition and optimal development.
This presentation was delivered at MJNI’s 2024 Global Nutrition Summit by Prof. Rosan Meyer, RD, PhD, Pediatric Dietitian, SBSKidzNutrition Ltd.