Professor Lynda Frassetto is a Professor Emeritus of Medicine in the Division of Nephrology at the University of California, San Francisco. She teaches and supervises both inpatient and outpatient nephrology at the University and the Veteran's Administration hospitals.

Professor Frassetto grew up in the greater New York metropolitan area and attended university and medical school in Connecticut. She trained as a nephrologist at UCSF however and was in private practice in San Francisco before commencing her research career approximately 20 years ago.

Professor Frassetto has a particular interest in the pathophysiological effects of dietary acid load and chronic metabolic acidosis on the body. Lynda is a world renown expert in this field and has published more than 100 papers on regulation of acid-base balance in healthy and ageing people; on dietary influences that affect acid-base balance; and on the role of acidosis on disease risk and ageing.

In addition to research, Dr Frassetto is the director of the Clinical Research Centre at UCSF's Clinical and Translational Science Institute. For the last several years, she has also been participating in and teaching programs that teach UC students and faculty better communication and behavioural stress modification techniques.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST include:

1. Discuss the relationship between diet, physiological acid-base balance, and vascular health - including the impact of chronic metabolic acidosis on nitric oxide (NO) production.

2. Explore how kidney function correlates to regulation of physiological acid-base balance, and why diabetic patients are especially at risk of chronic metabolic acidosis.

3. Review evidence on how an alkaline diet can support optimal cardio-metabolic health.

Ben is a naturopath, nutritionist, science writer and speaker specialising in nutrition and functional medicine. He guest lectures at various educational institutions and in university settings, and regularly speaks at major conferences on integrative medicine for health care professionals. Ben lectures regularly at the British College of Nutrition and Health, where he is also on the Academic Advisory Board.

An established science writer, Ben frequently contributes to peer reviewed scientific journals. He is a Contributing Editor of Integrative Healthcare and Applied Nutrition, and the author of "The Digestive Health Solution - 2nd Edition".

Throughout his career, Ben has had extensive clinical experience, maintaining a private practice in Australia and in London, England. He has also worked in nutraceutical research and development for several leading global companies and served on advisory boards for integrative medical clinics and wellness services. Ben shares this wealth of knowledge, experience, and expertise through his Positive Health Podcast series, which you can find at www.scientificwellness.com.

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CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST include:

1. Review the current evidence on the correlations between vitamin D status and cardio-metabolic disease - including in dyslipidaemia, hypertension, dysglycaemia, and metabolic syndrome

2. Explore the controversy between calcium intake, vitamin D status, and arteriosclerosis

3. Discuss different dosing regimens of vitamin D and gain valuable insight into the best dosing strategy to use for optimising vitamin D status in your patients

Dr Werner is a scientist, researcher, and specialist in mineral therapy based in Munich, Germany. She is the Head of Medicine & Science at Protina - the German-based company who manufactures mineral-based formulas such as Basica Active and Magnesium Diasporal, amongst others.

Dr Werner studied nutrition at the Technical University of Munich and then gained her doctorate on "The Biofunctionality of Food". Dr Werner is the author or co-author for numerous scientific publications, mainly focussed on the biochemistry of minerals, trace elements and vitamins, as well as the importance of acid-base homeostasis in health and disease. Dr Werner is a member of the Society for Magnesium Research and the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements. She is also a member of the Committee for Self-Medication within the Federal Association of the Pharmaceutical Industry (BPI), Germany.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST include:

1. Review the current evidence on the correlations between chronic metabolic acidosis and cardio-metabolic disease - including hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and metabolic syndrome

2. Explore how an alkalising diet and alkalising mineral therapy can help prevent and manage cardio-metabolic conditions

3. Discuss the different forms of alkalising minerals available and gain valuable insight into the best form of alkalising mineral therapy for your patients

Dr Diego Peroni is a specialist in immunology and paediatrics based in Verona, Italy. He is a world-renowned speaker, researcher and author in the field of paediatric immunology, with a specialist interest in childhood respiratory illness and atopic disease.

Dr Peroni is the author of more than 250 publications and Associate Editor of a specialist immunology and allergy journal. He is also a member of Società Italiana di Pediatria (SIP), European Respiratory Society (ERS), and the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), amongst others.

Dr Peroni is internationally recognised as a leading expert in paediatric immunology and the gut-immune connection.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE:

· Explore which specific probiotic strains are proven to prevent and treat allergy and atopy

· Review mechanistically how the gut microbiota educates and trains an infants' immune system

· Discuss early life factors that are critical for establishing risk towards allergy and atopy

Dr Zvi Weizman is a Professor of Paediatric Nutrition and Gastroenterology within the Faculty of Health Sciences at the prestigious Ben-Gurion University, Israel. Dr Weizman has a special interest in childhood gastrointestinal diseases and how probiotics can improve digestive health in children of all ages. Dr Weizman has authored more than 130 papers in this field and has written chapters in 5 separate gastroenterology textbooks.

He is also an editor and reviewer for both the International Journal of Probiotics and Prebiotics, and the Journal of Paediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. Dr Weizman's imminent expertise in the field of paediatric gastroenterology have made him an internationally recognised specialist authority in this field.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE:

· Examine the evidence for Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 use in children - particularly for colic and functional GI disorders

· Explore the benefits of Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 in treating childhood gastroenteritis

· Discuss how Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 benefits the Gut-Immune Axis in children, improving their resistance to infection

Lynda Griparic is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, Podcaster, Writer and Yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience in the natural health industry. Lynda's clinical focus is on gastrointestinal health - in particular chronic constipation and functional digestive disorders.

She runs a busy clinical practice in Sydney and is the creator of the delicious Better Me Tea, a tea designed to promote improved gut health and digestion - assisting those who struggle with constipation and sluggish bowel movements to go to the bathroom with ease.

In addition, Lynda is also the Director and Curator for "Love & Guts" a podcast series designed to help educate patients on the importance of good GI health and how to improve their digestive health.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE:

· Explore how the connections between the digestive system and the nervous system are affected in patients with chronic constipation

· Review practical dietary, lifestyle and supplemental recommendations you can make to optimise gut-brain connectivity

· Discuss practical clinical strategies for activating vagal nerve innervation of the bowel

Danielle Elliot is a naturopath, herbalist and nutritionist with a special interest in digestive complaints. She has been in clinical practice for 14 years and began specialising in gut health 8 years ago. Since then Danielle has published a book entitled "Gluten Free and Happy", which helps educate people with Coeliac Disease and Non-Coeliac Gluten Sensitivity on how to optimise their digestive health and overall wellbeing.

Danielle also does a lot of work with patients with SIBO and functional digestive disorders as well as running "Tummy Rescue", an online community for patients with GI disease.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE:

· Discuss how Coeliac Disease and gluten sensitivity can affect patients' moods, behaviour and cognitive function

· Explore how different probiotic strains can benefit patients with gluten sensitivity issues

· Examine how to restore GI health, villi function, and gut integrity when a gluten sensitive patient is exposed to gluten

Dr Veronica Ojetti is a gastroenterologist with a special interest in therapeutic strategies for Helicobacter pylori infections. Dr Ojetti is currently Adjunct Professor of Gastroenterology and Emergency Medicine at the A. Gemelli Catholic University in Rome, Italy.

She is a member of the Italian Society of Gastroenterology (SIGE), European Helicobacter and Microbiota Study Group (EHMSG), and of the Italian Society of Emergency Medicine (SIMEU).

Professor Ojetti is also on the editorial board of the European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences. She has authored more than 130 papers and is an active researcher, clinician, and speaker.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE...

· Explore short- and long term-consequences of gastritis, leaky gut, and Helicobacter pylori infections

· Discuss the latest human clinical trial data on Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 and Lactobacillus reuteri ATCC PTA 6475

· Examine the anti-pathogenic, anti-inflammatory and gut healing benefits of this combination of specific Lactobacillus reuteri strains

Professor Francavilla is a medical doctor, researcher and specialist in gastroenterology and paediatrics. He is also a senior lecturer at the University of Bari, Italy. Professor Francavilla is a world-renowned speaker, researcher and author in the fields of probiotics, microbiota modification, gastrointestinal disorders, and the treatment of Helicobacter pylori.

He is also the inventor of two patents related to the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and handles over 5000 complex digestive and nutritional outpatient cases each year.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE:

· Explore mechanisms via which specific Lactobacillus reuteri strains can help defend against the invasive pathogen Helicobacter pylori

· Discuss the latest human clinical trial data on Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 and Lactobacillus reuteri ATCC PTA 6475 for H. pylori infections

Dr Gianfranco Grompone is the Chief Scientific Officer at BioGaia, Sweden. He is a medical scientist, engineer, and researcher with a specialised interest in the human microbiome, and products connected to the microbiome, such as prebiotics, probiotics and synbiotics.

Dr Grompone also has a keen interest in product innovation, especially within the spheres of personalised nutrition, translational medicine, functional foods, and naturally-derived bioactive compounds. Dr Grompone's unique interest in the human microbiome and in probiotics have made him a globally recognised expert in this field.

CLINICAL PEARLS & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PODCAST INCLUDE:

· Gain a deeper understanding of how our gut microbiome influence immunity and resistance to infection

· Explore mechanisms through which Lactobacillus reuteri enhances gut immunity

· Examine how the effects of probiotics on immunity vary according to a patients' life stage