Unlocking the Power of Akkermansia: Healthy Weight and Blood Sugar Metabolism
Join us for an enlightening webinar featuring experts Drs. De Vos and Oubre as they delve into the fascinating world of Akkermansia, a promising next-generation bacteria and its transformative effects on blood sugar and weight management. This webinar is your key to understanding the latest research and unlocking the potential for optimal metabolic health for your patients.
Objectives:
- Explore the discovery and history of Akkermansia
- Understand the link among Akkermansia, blood glucose regulation, and effective weight control
- Understand the research on pasteurized Akkermansia vs. live Akkermansia and its impact on metabolic health
- Acquire actionable strategies for integrating Akkermansia into your patient care protocols
- Engage in a dynamic panel discussion with Dr. de Vos and Dr. Oubre for personalized insights and practical applications
Hourly Schedule
November 15, 2023
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
-
Speakers:
Willem M. de Vos, PhD
- 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
-
Speakers:
Philip Oubre, MD
- 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Panel of all speakers, including Dr. Bland
-
Speakers:
Jeff Bland, PhD, Philip Oubre, MD, Willem M. de Vos, PhD
Speakers
-
Jeff Bland, PhD
Jeffrey Bland, PhD, is a pioneering figure in the food-is-medicine movement and a leading expert in nutritional biochemistry. As founder of Big Bold Health, he now focuses on longevity through immune health, championing the concept of immune rejuvenation as a pathway to healthy aging. Dr. Bland’s work highlights the powerful role of plant polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids in supporting immune resilience. Widely known as the “father of Functional Medicine,” he has spent more than 40 years advancing nutrition science, regenerative agriculture, and personalized approaches to lifelong vitality.
Dr. Bland began his career in academia as a university professor. In the early 1980s, he became a protégé of two-time Nobel Laureate, Dr. Linus Pauling. Dr. Bland then spent decades as a natural products industry insider and entrepreneur, while also serving as a scientific advisor and mentor to dynamic founders and leading brands.
A lifelong educator, Dr. Bland has traveled the world many times over as a renowned speaker. In 1991, he and his wife, Susan, founded The Institute for Functional Medicine. In 2012, they established another educational nonprofit called The Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute, which brings together researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to focus on new models of healthcare delivery, advancements in medical nutrition therapy, and exciting emerging science.
Dr. Bland is the author of The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life, as well as additional books and many research papers. His next book will be published by HarperCollins in March 2027. The Nourished Gene: Rejuvenate Your Immunity, Reverse Chronic Symptoms, and Activate Your Longevity is now available for pre-order from all major booksellers.
-
Willem M. de Vos, PhD
Willem M. de Vos, PhD is a Dutch academic and microbiologist. He studied for his PhD at the University of Groningen. He is notable for winning the Spinozapremie in 2008. Dr. De Vos is currently serving as an Academy Professor for the Academy of Finland.
-
Philip Oubre, MD
Philip Oubre, MD is a Functional Medicine physician who focuses on restoring people’s inner wellness by helping them understand the root causes of their illness. He believes in personalizing medicine to the individual’s needs. He focuses on improving nutrition, restoring gut function, removing toxins, balancing hormones, managing stress, and supporting movement in order to restore wellness. By utilizing a prescribed supplement regimen, he can help people get back to wellness even faster!
Sponsor
-
Metagenics Institute
