Digestive Health & The Microbiome

Digestion is the cornerstone of health and should be a primary focus of Nutrition Coaching!

Digestion is a natural function that should be easy and uncomplicated, yet the vast majority of people suffer from digestive ailments. Some symptoms, like heartburn and gas, are clear signals of imbalance, but the digestive system is also the source of many health problems seemingly unrelated to digestion. For example, poor nutrient absorption could be a result of damage to the gut lining and because the gut is home to the largest immune network in the body, compromised immunity often originates there. The gut also has an important influence on mood and mental health. Prices in CND

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The Digestive Health and Microbiome course explores every aspect of the digestive system and provides a road map for addressing issues stemming from it.

Some of the topics covered include:

The process of digestion throughout the entire digestive system
A detailed explanation of the types of digestive enzymes and how they can be used
Diseases of the small and large intestines
Improving regularity and what normal bowel movements look like
Relief for constipation and diarrhea
Colon and liver cleansing and detoxification techniques
The many roles of the microbiome and how your gut impacts physical and mental health
Detailed explanations of probiotics and prebiotics and how they can influence health
DIY instructions for fermenting vegetables at home
Explicit protocols for major digestive conditions
The psycho-spiritual meaning of digestive problems
And much more…

"All disease begins in the gut." - Hippocrates

With over 100 pages this course textbook includes fully referenced protocols based on our Four Pillars approach for common digestive disorders, including acid reflux, constipation, leaky gut syndrome, dysbiosis and candida, SIBO, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. The practical guide includes done-for-you meal plans and an at-a-glance reference chart itemizing the do’s and don’t’s for each condition. It’s an invaluable resource when working with clients!

Course Outline

Digestion is the cornerstone of health. Imbalances within the digestive system may result in poor nutrient absorption, and long-term malabsorption can initiate chronic health problems. This course explains the components and functions of the digestive system and its accessory organs and why problems can so easily arise within this system, leading to constipation, heartburn, indigestion, or chronic illnesses of the digestive tract. Candida and other imbalances within the gut microbiome can greatly impact physical and mental health. You will also learn how these concerns may be influenced by dietary, behavioral, and supplemental interventions.

Course Objectives

Students will develop a foundational understanding of the process of digestion, the symptoms of common digestive diseases, and dietary interventions and protocols that may help alleviate symptoms. The many roles and functions of the microbiome are explained in detail to encourage an appreciation for its far-reaching influence on the human body.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate:

How digestion occurs in the mouth, stomach, intestines, and accessory organs.
The influences on the rate of digestion.
Digestive issues can occur in the stomach and intestines; for example, symptoms of low and high stomach acid.
How to use digestive enzymes to address specific symptoms.
Which digestive enzymes to recommend to clients based on their symptoms and diagnosed condition(s).
An understanding of the various diseases of the small and large intestines.
How to recognize and achieve healthy bowel movements and describe the Bristol stool chart.
Dietary recommendations may improve constipation and diarrhea.
The roles of the microbiome and factors affecting microbiota composition.
How the gut influences brain health, mood, and mental health.
An understanding of leaky gut syndrome and issues that it may cause.
Probiotics, how they are measured, foods that provide them, and how and when to recommend probiotic supplements.
How to ferment vegetables.
The psycho-spiritual meaning of digestive problems.

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Are there any prerequisites to taking this course?

Completion of our Foundations in Natural Nutrition Course or an equivalent course is recommended.

How long is this course?

It is estimated that this course will take 10 hours to complete.

How many continuing education credits is this course worth?

This course is 10 hours, so it depends on your organization how many CECs they will provide. We provide a certificate of completion that you can provide to your organization.

What is a passing grade?

To successfully complete this course you must receive at least 80% on all quizzes & activities.

How is the course presented?

This is an online course, that is 100% self-paced. Your learning materials include a downloadable PDF textbook, online quizzes, assignments, and videos to review.