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5 key insights from the Pediatric Immune Health Summit.

5 Key Insights From The Pediatric Immune Health Summit

Between October 26-28, dedicated pediatric health professionals gathered in Boston, MA, for three immersive days of cutting-edge education, hands-on clinical training, dynamic networking, and vital knowledge sharing at the Pediatric Immune Health Summit.

Throughout the expertly curated program, attendees gained exclusive access to the latest insights and integrative strategies from pioneering thought leaders in functional pediatric medicine. Across 30 information-packed sessions, presenters offered an in-depth exploration of timely pediatric immune health topics ranging from the implications of polyvagal theory for pediatric patients to optimizing early childhood development through the gut microbiome.

The Pediatric Immune Health Summit was an exceptional educational experience, and we want to ensure that the groundbreaking insights presented extend beyond the conference walls. We’ve distilled five of the most impactful lectures into key clinical takeaways so you, too, can benefit from the trailblazing education presented at this highly anticipated pediatric event.

Read on for a summary of standout sessions and actionable pearls you can integrate into your practice right away.

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Intermittent Fasting Diets and Fertility: Considerations For Reproductive Health

The exponentially popular dietary trend of time-restricted eating, also referred to as intermittent fasting (IF), is viewed as much more than a weight loss intervention; IF has surged in popularity over recent years due to its potential health, anti-aging and longevity, and overall well-being benefits.

Evidence-based health benefits of fasting diets include improved cellular repair, gene expression, and metabolic rate; reduced insulin resistance, oxidative stress, inflammatory markers, and blood glucose levels. Some studies have even suggested that IF may boost fertility.

However, emerging evidence suggests that the risks associated with this type of nutritional pattern may greatly outweigh the benefits in specific populations, particularly those attempting to conceive.

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Blogs of the Year: The Top 10 Most-Read A4M Articles in 2022 

It’s been a whirlwind year for the A4M blog! We’ve published nearly 50 articles on everything from microbiome transplants and other breakthrough longevity discoveries to pediatric mental health and promising interventions. Now, as we wrap up an incredible year for A4M, we wanted to take a moment to look back at the most popular blog articles of 2022.

We hope this review serves as a reminder of all the exceptional work done in our industry and community this year and serves as inspiration as we continue working toward a healthier future for all.

Here are the top 10 most-read articles of the year:

1) Exercise for Longevity: Aerobic Activity or Strength Training?

2) The Untold Truth: How Parental Mental Illness Affects Children’s Mental Health

3) Breakthrough Research Finds Meal Timing Is Key To Longevity

4) Rapamycin For Longevity: The Anti-Aging Miracle Drug?

5) Microbiome Transplants For Reversing Hallmarks Of Aging

6) What You Need To Know About Low Testosterone

7) 5 Surprising Menopause Symptoms – According To Dr. Felice Gersh

8) The Top 6 Nutrients For Brain Longevity

9) Endocrine Disruptors and Where to Find Them

10) 5 Myths About Fasting and Fasting Diets, Debunked

2022, that’s a wrap!

Now that we’ve seen the best of the year, it’s time to look ahead. We’re looking forward to sharing the industry’s top news and research developments with you in the coming year, and we hope you’ll continue to join us.