Pregnancy First 1000 days: Microbiome and Probiotics
- Dec 12, 2024
- 4:00PM TO 5:00 PM
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About the Case Presentation
The first 1,000 days of pregnancy, from conception to a child’s second birthday, are a critical window for the development of the microbiome, which can influence immune function, metabolism, and overall health. Probiotics during this period may help promote a healthy microbiome, potentially reducing the risk of conditions like allergies, obesity, and gastrointestinal disorders in both the mother and child.
About the Speaker
Dr. Neerja Hajela
Head of Science & Regulatory Affairs, Yakult Danone India Pvt. Ltd
Dr. Neerja Hajela has done her Ph. D in Biotechnology. She is currently the Head of
Science & Regulatory Affairs & QA, PR (Factory) at Yakult Danone India Pvt. Ltd. She
has over 18 years of experience and has worked in organizations like Ranbaxy
Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. and Biotech Consortium India Limited (Department of
Biotechnology). She is involved in the development, planning and implementation of scientific
programmes including clinical trials for the company. She handles all the regulatory
issues and ensures compliances related to the category and individual product. She
works closely with health care professionals and scientists to advance the science,
promote evidence-based clinical use, and improve consumer understanding of
probiotics.