Talks & events
Speaking
Talks and conversations on the gut microbiome, early life and prevention, from a gastroenterologist who still practices.
Dr. Srivastava speaks about the science of the gut microbiome in plain language: to parents and parents-to-be, to clinicians and health systems, and to community audiences. Recent conversations include podcasts for new parents and interviews on gut health, alongside media commentary on diet and digestion.
Talks are educational and evidence-based. They don't include individual medical advice or product endorsements.
Topics
Signature talks
- 01
The first 1,000 days
How a baby's gut microbes are seeded and shaped from pregnancy to age two, and what that may mean for allergies, immunity and metabolism later in life. Based on her book.
Parents · Clinicians · Educators
- 02
Feeding your microbes
Fiber, plant diversity and fermented foods: what the research shows, what's hype, and how to make changes that last.
Community · Workplace wellness
- 03
Probiotics, honestly
What gastroenterology guidelines actually say about probiotics, and how to think about the supplement aisle.
Community · Pharmacy · Media
- 04
Screening starts at 45
Why colorectal cancer screening now begins at 45, how to choose a test, and why follow-up matters.
Community · Employers · Primary care
- 05
Food as medicine
Lessons from a hospital farm partnership in rural Virginia: produce for patients, nutrition education and food security.
Health systems · Clinicians
Talks can be tailored for length and audience. Availability depends on her clinical schedule.
- PodcastThe Art of Motherhood (podcast)The First 1,000 Days: How Gut Health Shapes Your Child's Health Sep 18, 2026
- FeatureCrozet GazetteFirst 1000 Days: A Healthy Start for Your Baby Sep 4, 2026
- PodcastMontessori Babies (podcast)What's Going On In Baby's Gut? with Dr. Savita Srivastava Jul 30, 2026
- InterviewAuthority MagazineGut Health: What gut health is, why it's so important and how to optimize it Jul 2, 2026
Booking
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