Previously known as the IHCAN Conferences Webinars
Webinars
Our series of hour-long webinars are completely free to attend. Covering a broad range of subjects, simply use the registration links below to register.
Once registered, you will receive three reminder emails – one a week before the webinar, one a day before and one on the day of the webinar. Each webinar is recorded – you will be sent a link to the recording approximately 48 hours after the event.
*Please note, you are only eligible for the CPD hours if you attend the webinar live*
We apply for CPD accreditation for every webinar from:
Tuesday 24 February 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘From insights to innovation: Rebuilding the gut,
the home of our microbiome’
Modern dietary patterns, ultra processed foods, chronic stress and environmental exposures have driven a rapid rise in compromised gut barrier function, creating a “new normal” of bloating, intolerance, and systemic inflammation that practitioners increasingly recognise as anything but normal.
This webinar explores current consumer behaviour, how we arrived at this point and why restoring gut barrier integrity is foundational to digestive and whole-body health. We examine the key mechanisms driving barrier disruption, including tight junction dysfunction, mucosal thinning, immune activation and shifts in microbial ecology.
Bridging emerging research with clinical application, this session translates gut barrier science into practical, evidence-informed strategies for clinical practice. This webinar empowers attendees to drive meaningful, measurable improvements in digestive and whole-body health for their clients.
About Emer Mackle BSc (Hons.) - Market Insights Expert at elénzia, and Alexander Pilawski BSc (Hons), ANutr – Lead Nutritional Scientist at elénzia
Emer Mackle holds a BSc (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition from the University of Ulster and brings extensive experience in market analysis for market including probiotics and sports nutrition. Currently serving as an expert in market analysis, consumer trends, and behaviour at elénzia, she plays a key role within the Strategic Insights team. Emer leverages her scientific background and industry knowledge to anticipate future developments in the health and wellbeing markets, driving data-informed strategies and innovation. She is also a member of The Nutrition Society, reflecting her continued engagement with the wider scientific and professional community.
Alexander Pilawski has a robust academic background in evidence-based nutrition science and a proven commitment to advancing the field. As a Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr) with the Association for Nutrition, Alexander upholds the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct. His early career in a histology laboratory within the NHS provided him with in-depth insight into cancer pathology and clinical health. This unique foundation has given Alexander a holistic perspective on human health, bridging clinical insight, lifestyle, and nutritional science. As Lead Nutritional Scientist at elénzia, Alexander leads the development and implementation of cutting-edge nutrition solutions grounded in science, efficacy, and wellness. Passionate about translating rigorous research into meaningful health outcomes, he is committed to empowering individuals and communities through accessible, evidence-based nutrition.
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Tuesday 10 March 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘Optimising Gut Health with Personalised Prebiotics’
This webinar explores the latest evidence and practical strategies for using personalised prebiotics to optimise gut health. You will learn how to utilise prebiotic interventions to enhance clinical outcomes and deliver truly personalised nutrition advice.
This webinar will cover:
- How prebiotics are classified and how they differ from other fibres
- How prebiotics can influence the gut microbiome and common clinical scenarios
- Alternative prebiotic approaches to herbal antimicrobial therapy to effectively address gut dysbiosis and clinical symptoms
- When best to recommend food sources of prebiotics and when supplemental interventions may be more appropriate
- Prebiotic doses supported by research evidence
- How to manage common “curve balls” that can occur when introducing prebiotics in clinical practice, to ensure greatest client compliance
About Lesley Harper
Lesley is a member of the Clinical Education team at Invivo Healthcare and a BANT and CNHC registered Nutritional Therapist. Following an earlier career in engineering, personal health challenges led her to explore nutritional therapy as a means of supporting her own wellbeing. Experiencing significant benefit, Lesley was inspired to retrain and pursue a career in nutritional therapy, with a focus on advancing clinical practice and education.
Lesley has delivered individual consultations and workshops for a range of organisations and has previously worked as a course tutor and clinical assessor for nutritional therapy students. She has also delivered teaching sessions for first and second year medical students and, for several years, facilitated nutrition workshops for a leading fitness retreat. Lesley continues to run a private practice, specialising in clients with chronic gastrointestinal conditions.
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Tuesday 21 April 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘Menopause and the Microbiome: Clinical Strategies for Restoring Digestive and Metabolic Health’
This session explores how declining sex hormones impact gut function and systemic health during menopause. We examine how hormonal shifts trigger bloating, altered motility, and compromised gut barrier integrity, and discuss how these changes can contribute to systemic inflammation, altered glucose and lipid metabolism, and metabolic dysregulation. Practical strategies to restore digestive tolerance, regularity, and metabolic resilience will be discussed.
We will highlight dietary fibre as a foundational intervention to support microbial diversity, short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production, gut barrier integrity, and balanced oestrogen metabolism via the estrobolome. The role of partially hydrolysed guar gum (PHGG) and specific probiotic strains will also be covered to support digestive, inflammatory, and metabolic outcomes in peri- and postmenopausal women.
Key Learning Outcomes:
• Understand microbiome changes and their impact on menopausal health
• Explain the estrobolome’s role in hormone metabolism
• Apply dietary fibre and PHGG to improve gut function and SCFA production
• Implement practical strategies for common digestive complaints at menopause
• Use targeted probiotics and nutraceuticals to restore gut function and metabolic health
About Christine Bailey MSc BSc (Nutrition) Dip IOPN MBANT CNHC
Christine Bailey is an award-winning Registered Performance Nutritionist, Breathwork Practitioner, and author with over 20 years of experience in nutrition, supplements, and health. She is one of the few nutritionists to receive two Catey Awards within two years for her work in mental health and corporate wellbeing. Christine is trained in Functional Nutrition through the Institute of Functional Medicine and the Institute of Performance Nutrition (IOPN) and works across public and corporate sectors. She leads Nutrition Education at Metagenics UK, speaks at national and international nutrition conferences, and lectures in food, nutrition, and functional medicine. Christine has authored over 14 books, including Five Weeks to Gut Health, The Brain Boost Diet, and The Personalised Nutrition Guide to Menopause, and regularly contributes to national health and fitness magazines.
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