[UCM LIST: Healthprofadvising-l] The Hidden World Within: The Gut Microbiome - April 15, 22, 29

[Noreen Balos]

The Hidden World Within: The Gut Microbiome<https://clinicalaffairs.umn.edu/hidden-world-within-gut-microbiome>

FREE VIRTUAL SERIES: April 15, 22, 29

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Mini Med School

For more than 25 years, Mini Medical School has offered a unique glimpse into the health sciences at the University of Minnesota, with many dedicated community learners coming back each year to learn about different health topics. Presented using common language for ease of understanding complex topics, your guides are internationally renowned experts who are shaping the way health care is delivered locally and globally.



The Hidden World Within: The Gut Microbiome<https://clinicalaffairs.umn.edu/hidden-world-within-gut-microbiome>

Your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that influence far more than digestion. From immune function and inflammation to mental health and chronic disease, the gut and its microbiome play a central role in how the body functions—and how it heals.



This three-part Mini Medical School series invites you to explore the rapidly evolving science of gut health with University of Minnesota experts. Through engaging, plain-language lectures, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how the digestive system works, what happens when it doesn’t, and how emerging research is reshaping prevention and treatment for gastrointestinal and systemic conditions.



Session 1: What is Gut Health, and Why Does it Matter?

April 15, 2026, 5-6:30 p.m.
This session introduces the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system, common gastrointestinal conditions, and how gut health connects to systems throughout the body. Learn why maintaining gut health is essential for overall wellbeing.



Session 2: The Role of Probiotics and Nutrition

April 22, 2026, 5-6:30 p.m.
Dive into the world of the microbiome and its relationship to diet, supplements, and health claims. This session explores probiotics, microbiome testing, and nutritional approaches through an evidence-based lens. Participants will also gain insight into FDA regulations, marketing claims, and how to distinguish proven therapies from emerging or unproven ones.



Session 3: Microbiome-Based Therapies and the Future of Treatment

April 29, 2026, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Explore cutting-edge and emerging therapies targeting the microbiome, including fecal and microbiota transplants. This session will discuss current and potential treatments for conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease, highlighting what is supported by research today and what may be on the horizon.



CONTACT

612-626-3700
clinicalaffairs at umn.edu<mailto://clinicalaffairs@umn.edu>




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