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 14 April 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘Low Androgens, High Impact: Clinical Insights for Midlife Men and Women’
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Describe the physiological roles of androgensin both men and women, including their effects on metabolism, musculoskeletal health, cognition, and overall vitality.
- Identify typical patterns of androgen decline in midlife, and recognize how these patterns may differ by sex and individual physiology.
- Interpret key androgen-related markers on the DUTCH test, including hormone levels and metabolic patterns relevant to aging and stress physiology.
- Recognize stress- and metabolism-related factorsthat may contribute to low androgen states and impaired anabolism.
- Apply DUTCH test findings to clinical case examplesinvolving low androgens in both male and female patients.
- Discuss common therapeutic optionsfor addressing low androgens, including hormonal and non-hormonal approaches, within a functional medicine context.
About Allison Smith, ND
Dr. Allison Smith is a naturopathic physician with extensive experience in hormone therapy management, functional testing, and clinical education. After earning her N.D. from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon, she practiced clinically for several years with a focus on hormone health and dermatologic laser therapy.
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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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Tuesday 19 May 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘Mitochondria & Longevity: Unlocking the Cellular Key to Vitality and Healthspan’
This session examines the pivotal role of mitochondrial function in regulating biological aging and healthspan. Benjamin Brown will review the molecular and biochemical pathways through which mitochondrial dysfunction contributes to inflammation, metabolic decline, and cellular aging. This webinar will cover clinical tools for assessing mitochondrial health, including organic acid testing and oxidative stress markers, as well as evidence-based strategies to support mitochondrial biogenesis and function. Nutritional compounds, lifestyle interventions, and targeted therapeutics will be discussed within a precision medicine framework for longevity-focused care.
Learning objectives:
- Review how the (dys)function of mitochondria relates to cellular and physiological health in the context of ageing.
- Explore the strengths and limitations of assessments of mitochondrial in clinical practice.
- Learn how certain dietary patterns and specific nutrients and phytonutrients can be used to optimise mitochondrial function.
- Cover examples of lifestyle medicine-based interventions that have been shown to improve mitochondrial number and/ or function.
- Examine how interventions can be personalised to the individual.
About Benjamin Brown, ND
Ben is founder and director of the Nutritional Medicine Institute, an educational, advocacy and research group committed to advancing the science and practice of nutritional medicine.
An internationally acclaimed lecturer, Ben has guest lectured at the Institute of Optimum Nutrition, the British College of Nutrition and Health and the Centre for Nutrition Education & Lifestyle Management. Ben regularly speaks at major conferences and delivers courses on integrative medicine for health care professionals having lectured in Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, England, Scotland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Finland, Turkey, and France.
Ben is a consultant for Pure Encapsulations, a professional dietary supplement brand and has extensive product research and development experience. Related to his work, Ben won best new product 4 years running at Natural Products Europe from 2015 to 2018.
An established science writer, Ben is editor of the Nutritional Medicine Journal and contributing editor of Integrative Healthcare and Applied Nutrition Magazine where he contributed a monthly column ‘functional medicine masterclass’ for 12-years. He is on the editorial board for Nutrition Evidence, author of The Digestive Health Solution 2nd Ed, has contributed textbook chapters, and had research published in journals including Gastrointestinal Disorders, Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, Nutrients and Nutrition Reviews.
As founder and host of the Nutritional Medicine Podcast, Ben interviews leading researchers and clinicians in the fields of integrative, functional and nutritional medicine sharing their work and clinical insights with health professional globally.
Ben was awarded Outstanding Contribution to the Profession at the Integrative Healthcare and Applied Nutrition Summit, London 2018. And made Honorary Fellow of the British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine in 2022.
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Tuesday 9 June 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘Managing Gut Autoimmunity: Advanced Microbiome Strategies for Inflammatory Bowel Disease’
This webinar explores the key mechanisms underpinning gut-driven autoimmunity, with a focus on the interconnected roles of microbial dysbiosis, intestinal permeability, inflammation, and immune dysregulation.
Attendees will learn:
- How to interpret stool-based clinical markers to differentiate between functional and organic presentations
- The key environmental, dietary, and psychosocial triggers that drive IBD onset and flare activity
- Evidence-based strategies to reduce gut inflammation and lower calprotectin levels
- How to build an integrated treatment approach that supports gut health, immune balance, and systemic inflammation
Designed for clinicians, this webinar provides a clear, clinically actionable framework for supporting patients with complex inflammatory gut conditions.
About Hannah Braye
Hannah Braye is a Registered Nutrition Practitioner (BANT) and Clinical Director at Microba UK, a specialist metagenomic microbiome testing company. She holds a Master’s degree (MSc) in Personalised Nutrition, alongside a Clinical Practice Diploma in Naturopathic Nutrition.
Hannah has a background spanning clinical practice, industry, and the food-related charity sector, having previously served as Head of Technical Advice at probiotic specialists ADM Protexin (Bio-Kult), run her own nutrition practice specialising in gut health, and worked on the Soil Association’s Food for Life programme, following an earlier career as a Dispute Resolution Solicitor.
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Tuesday 7 July 2026
18.30 – 19.30
‘Optimising Fertility: The Impact of Mitochondrial Function on Reproductive Health’
This presentation explores the central role of mitochondrial function in shaping reproductive health, moving beyond hormones to the cellular systems that power fertility. Justine Stenger will connect circadian biology, redox balance, and membrane integrity to key reproductive outcomes—including egg quality, sperm function, and embryo viability. Practitioners will gain a clear framework for identifying mitochondrial dysregulation in fertility cases and applying targeted nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support optimal outcomes. The discussion also highlights the role of phospholipids in maintaining cellular energetics, offering practical tools for preconception and overall fertility.
About Justine Stenger (IFM, FMCA Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach)
Justine Stenger received her B.Ed. from the University of Alberta in Physical education and Human Ecology/Nutrition. She proceeded to pursue a Holistic Nutrition/Therapeutic Chef certification from Bauman College. Justine has completed her Functional Medicine training through the Institute for Functional Medicine and is a Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, certified through the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Justine is a trained Bredesen (RECODE) practitioner and specializes in cell membrane medicine and works primarily with patients who suffer with neurological conditions, mast cell activation syndrome, Lyme disease, and autoimmune disease. Justine has worked beside Dr. Bruce Hoffman for the past 10 years and has supported hundreds of Dr Hoffman’s chronic, complex illness patients nutritionally.
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