MBiota: From Fuel to Function
Harnessing the Elemental Diet for Gut and Microbiome Restoration
Elemental diets have long been used in gastrointestinal care, but recent advances have improved both tolerability and clinical application. This session will explore how modern elemental diets can be used to support gut function, address microbial overgrowth, and aid microbiome restoration in clinical practice.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 2:00 pm Arizona Time
Session Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will:
- Understand the mechanism of action of elemental diets
- Review clinical evidence supporting their use in microbial overgrowth and related GI conditions
- Learn how advancements in formulation have improved tolerability and real-world use
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Speaker:
Ali Rezaie, MD, MSc, FRCPC
Associate Professor of Medicine
Medical Director, GI Motility Program
Director of Biotechnology, MAST Program
Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles