4th Edition of International Conference on Probiotics and Prebiotics
March 26-28, 2026
Natural Probiotics
Natural probiotics are live microorganisms, primarily bacteria and yeast, that confer health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. These beneficial microbes naturally occur in fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso. They help maintain a healthy gut microbiota, enhance digestion, and boost the immune system. Prebiotics, on the other hand, are non-digestible food components, such as dietary fibers, that fuel the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Common sources include bananas, onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, and whole grains. Together, probiotics and prebiotics form a synergistic relationship; prebiotics act as food for probiotics, enhancing their survival and efficacy in promoting gut health. Incorporating both into the diet can lead to improved digestion, better nutrient absorption, and a strengthened immune response.
Dipak P Ramji
Cardiff University, United Kingdom
Jason Ryan
Sacco System, Australia
David Pineda Ereno
DPE International Consulting, Belgium
Thi Thu Hao Van
RMIT University, Australia
Yasin Ozdemir
Ataturk Horticultural Central Research Institute, Turkey
Esperanza Martinez Romero
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico
Suriyavathana Muthukrishnan
Periyar University, IndiaSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Results from a cross-sectional observational study examining irritable bowel syndrome patients six months after finishing their participation in the ViIBS trial
Jacek Piatek, Calisia University, Poland
Title : Gut microbiome as a driver of healthy ageing
Thi Thu Hao Van, RMIT University, Australia
Title : Treating irritable bowel syndrome patients with a balanced multi-strain synbiotic–results from a multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial (the ViIBS trial)
Henning Sommermeyer, Calisia University, Poland
Title : Molecular mechanisms underlying the anti-atherogenic actions of probiotics
Dipak P Ramji, Cardiff University, United Kingdom
Title : Global regulatory trends on the use of probiotics and prebiotics in foods and food supplements
David Pineda Ereno, DPE International Consulting, Belgium
Title : Biochemical profile and nutripotential glimpses of Terminalia arjuna bark extract
Suriyavathana Muthukrishnan, Periyar University, India