There is now compelling evidence to support the revolutionary concept of non genetic, foetal and neonatal programming of many chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease and cancer, which often only manifest decades later in adult life.
Many of these disease development phenomena are now strongly linked to sub-optimal environmental and nutritional conditions in the womb, and as such can be modified with the potential for altered disease outcomes.
In this lecture the evidence for the concept of foetal disease programming, its causes and also its effect on subsequent risk of developing diseases will be thoroughly explored.
Nigel Plummer PhD |
Nigel Plummer PhD has his doctorate in microbial physiology and has worked at Pfizer in antibiotic research and development. His research on the use of normal flora in the prevention and treatment of genito-urinary candidiasis has won him numerous awards. Dr. Plummer continues his solid commitment to research throughout his career in collaboration with research institutes and universities within the UK and Europe, developing an extensive knowledge specializing in probiotics, natural antimicrobials and fish oils. Dr. Plummer lectures extensively in North America and the UK/Europe and has developed an interest in the concept of foetal disease programming, the controlling factors involved and the potential to influence programmed events as a means of prevention of chronic disease development. |
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Monday, March 8, 2010 | 11:30-12:30 PM NATIONAL COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE 049 SW Porter St. Room 301 Portland, OR 97201 | Complimentary Lunch Included
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