Hayley Kuter, BHSc, MRes, RD
Hurjus Ryatt, BSc (Hons), RD
July 2021 | 22 mins
In this article, Hayley Kuter, BHSc, MRes, RD, and Hurjus Ryatt, BSc (Hons), RD, will describe the functions of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and their importance in the development of the infant microbiome.
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Identify 4 functions of HMOs.
Describe how HMOs help develop the infant’s microbiome.
Recognise the non-nutritive benefits of HMOs in supporting the infant’s digestive health and developing immune system.
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Hayley is a dietitian with diverse experience. She has worked in hospital dietetics, community nutrition, home enteral feeding, and in clinical research. She obtained her master’s degree in clinical research with distinction at the University of Manchester. In 2019, Hayley worked as a Medical Science Liaison in the UK for Abbott Nutrition. Her interests include paediatric nutrition support, allergy, and growth faltering in children. She provides nutrition advice to local athletes through the Sport England talent programme at Loughborough College.
Infant and Paediatric Medical & Scientific Affairs Manager, Abbott
Hurjus graduated with a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from King’s College London, following which she specialised in infant and paediatric nutrition. Hurjus has practiced in the NHS across a variety of settings including acute paediatric wards, special care baby unit, community children’s clinics, children with complex needs, domiciliary visits, and special schools. She has a special interest in infant allergy.
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