Certificate in Prebiotics and Probiotics in Gut Health

In recent years, gut health has emerged as a central focus in nutrition, medicine, and wellness due to its vital connection with digestion, immunity, mental health, and chronic disease prevention. Among the most researched strategies for gut health are prebiotics and probiotics, which play key roles in maintaining a healthy intestinal microbiome.

This certificate focuses on understanding the science behind prebiotics and probiotics, their sources, clinical applications, and how they can be integrated into dietary and lifestyle interventions for long-term health benefits.

Objective:

To equip healthcare professionals, nutritionists, students, and wellness practitioners with practical knowledge about the role of prebiotics and probiotics in gut health, and how they can be used to manage digestive disorders and support overall well-being.

Advantages of Certification:

• Adds credibility in gut health and microbiome-based therapy
• Enhances ability to design diet plans for digestive and immune health
• Preferred by wellness centers and nutrition clinics
• Supports participation in research, development, and marketing of probiotic/prebiotic products

Programme Structure

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Module 1: Basic Introduction to Gut Microbiota and Microbiome

• What is the gut microbiome?
• Importance of gut bacteria in human health
• Dysbiosis and its impact on disease

Module 2: Understanding Prebiotics and Probiotics

• Definitions and differences
• Synbiotics: Combination of both
• Mechanism of action in the body

Module 3: Common Sources of Prebiotics, Probiotics

• Inulin, FOS, GOS, Foods: Garlic, onion, asparagus, oats, bananas, legumes
• Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Saccharomyces, Foods: Yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, kanji, miso

Module 4: Clinical Benefits of Pre & Probiotics

• Managing constipation, diarrhea, IBS, IBD
• Reducing antibiotic-associated gut issues
• Enhancing immunity, reducing inflammation
• Role in mental health via gut-brain axis

Module 5: Case Studies Discussion

• Patient with IBS managed through probiotics
• Prebiotic-rich diet reversing mild constipation
• Traditional fermented foods in Indian cuisine and its recipes

Eligibility

Any Diploma holder/ graduation/ B.tech/ B.Sc. in Microbiology/ Life Sciences/ Botany/ Zoology/ Food Science/ Food Technology/ BE/ B.Pharma/ MBBS/ BDS/ BHMS/ BUMS/ BAMS or any other discipline. Diploma holders are eligible for our Executive Diploma, Industry Certificate, and Certificate Programmes.

Programme Deliverables

• The study resources for the Certificate topic ensuring the needs of the audience will be provided to all the participants. The training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry's expectations.
• An interactive lecture on the topic giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online discussion of the Certificate topic for ensuring active participation of each attendee.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Programme Certification

The certification will be awarded after the required levels of knowledge, skills, professionalism and attitude are assessed through the IGMPI assessment process.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 15^th Dec 2025.

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