Pre- and probiotic containing food products and supplements have gained a significant foothold in the consumer marketplace. However, consumer knowledge and understanding of pre- and probiotics is lagging behind. This course is designed to provide you with the information necessary to educate clients about pre- and probiotics and how to successfully integrate them into one's diet. The course will start with the history of pre/probiotic food products and move on to modern advances in the space. Food manufacturing principles around the production of pre/probiotic foods will also be covered. The perceived health benefits, consumer awareness, and marketing trends of pre- and probiotic food products will be covered in detail using recent scientific literature. By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of pre- and probiotic food products and how they impact human health.

Upon successful completion of this one-hour course, the participant should be able to:

• Understand what pre/probiotics are and their impact on food products.



• Explain the health benefits associated with pre/probiotics.



• Understand how pre/probiotics are integrated into various food products.



• Educate clients on how to incorporate pre/probiotics into their diet.

Live Webinar Date: May 25, 2021   (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Eastern Time) (US and Canada)

Expiration Date: May 25, 2024

Performance Indicators/Learning Objectives: 8.1.2, 8.2.2, 8.3.7, 8.4.1

Target Audience: RDs, DTRs, Health Professionals

Number of Credits: 1.0

Level(s): 1, 2

Total Cost: 1 Site Credit