CONTENT AND LEARNING OBJECTIVES

The intricate connection between the vaginal and gut microbiomes plays a pivotal role in women’s health, with growing evidence linking them to reproductive outcomes, fertility, infection risk, inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms, and mental wellbeing such as anxiety. These microbiomes communicate in complex ways, and disruption to their balance has been associated with a range of common yet challenging health issues. As research expands, recognising this interplay is becoming increasingly important for healthcare professionals aiming to provide holistic, evidence-based care.

As science advances, probiotics are increasingly explored as adjunct therapies to support microbial balance, particularly in the management of bacterial vaginosis (BV), fertility-related complications, endometriosis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

This webinar brings together the latest research and practical advice to support healthcare professionals in optimising women’s health outcomes through lifestyle and nutrition approaches.

This webinar will cover:

• The connection between the vaginal and gut microbiomes and their impact on women’s health
• The role of the vaginal microbiota in conditions such as bacterial vaginosis and fertility-related complications
• Clinical evidence of probiotics in bacterial vaginosis and beyond
• Lifestyle strategies to support microbial balance naturally
• Strain-specific probiotics that may support the management of women’s health conditions

CPD CERTIFICATE & LEARNING MATERIALS

This webinar is awaiting approval for CPD by the AfN

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This webinar is kindly supported by Optibac and the BDA Women’s Health and Fertility Specialist Group​

About Optibac

Optibac are experts and leaders in the market of probiotics in UK and Ireland. With 2 decades of expertise specialising entirely in probiotics formulations, they understand the importance of strain specificity, a fact recognised by WHO and IPA. This acknowledgement drives Optibac to partner with leading microbial institutes worldwide and work with some of the most extensively researched strains available, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality. Every Optibac strain undergoes rigorous testing to ensure they reach the gut alive. Education is another cornerstone of their values.

Learn more about Optibac research and gain access to their professional probiotics database (home to the most up to date research on individual strains).

About BDA Women’s Health and Fertility Specialist Group​

The Women’s Health and Fertility Nutrition Group are a specialist group of the British Dietetic Association. The ambitious and passionate group are dedicated to research, education and improving the standards and quality of care to patients accessing such services nationwide.

Learn more about what the group are up to on X and Instagram.