This session will focus on the relationship between the gut microbiome and the development of CVD. New research suggests that certain foods/dietary patterns increase the production of TMAO by the gut microbiome and this increases CVD development and other metabolic dysfunction. A review of dietary patterns and nutrients that impact the gut microbiome and the risk for CVD will be presented.
Planned with the Committee for Lifelong Learning.
CPEU: 1.0 CPE Level: Level 2
Performance Indicators
8.3.6 Keeps abreast of current nutrition and dietetics knowledge and trends.
8.1.2 Applies knowledge of food and nutrition as well as the biological, physical and social sciences in practice.
4.2.6 Analyzes and synthesizes information and identifies new information, patterns and findings.
Learning Objectives
Describe the role of the gut microbiome as it contributes to CVD
Describe the link between dietary intake and the production of TMAO and the metabolic consequences of increasing levels of TMAO
Identify dietary patterns and nutrients that impact the gut microbiome and increase the risk for CVD