Nancy Guest, PhD, RD, CSCS

• What you will learn in this session:
  • Gain a better understanding of the science behind genetic variation and how this can affect nutritional requirements, eating behaviors and detect the likelihood of food sensitivities and intolerances
  • How professionals can provide tailored dietary and performance-related advice based on their athlete’s unique genetic profile as a new service and revenue stream
  • After an overview of the current science, and a case study, outlining how variations in athlete's DNA will impact nutrition recommendations, attendees will be able to explain the process to athletes & coaches.
  • How the results of studies are incorporated into genetic testing reports, and why this matters when choosing a genetic testing company to work with
  • Recognize the strengths and limitations of consumer genetic testing, what genetic tests can and cannot tell us and what to look for when choosing a nutrigenomic test.
• 1 Credit Hour as Approved by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• CDR Performance Indicators: 8.1.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, 8.1.4
• 1 Credit Hour as Approved by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)