GastroDiet Conference

"Bridging the Gap between Diet and Gastrointestinal Health"

This was a successful conference that attracted 149 delegates from 17 countries. The event focused on the latest research regarding the impact of diet on the gut microbiome and its role in treating gut-brain interaction disorders (DGBI). Highlights included discussions on the effects of ultra-processed foods on inflammatory bowel disease, the importance of stress assessment tools in clinical settings, and new dietary approaches like the FODMAP-gentle method for IBS management.The event also featured a poster presentation session, where researchers presented their findings.The conference provided a valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange and collaboration among dietitians and researchers from across the Asia-Pacific region and we look forward to more such opportunities in the future.