November 26, 2026 – Ask a Dietitian: Feed your gut, the power of fibre and healthy habits

The Women and Gender-Diverse Physical Fitness and Wellness Program (Women’s Wellness Program) presents the fifth session in the Ask a Dietitian webinar series: Feed your gut, the power of fibre and healthy habits.

A healthy digestive system plays an important role in immunity, stress resilience, overall health, and daily performance. Nutrition choices can directly influence the gut microbiome, a complex community of microorganisms that contributes to digestion, metabolism, and general well-being.

In this webinar, registered dietitian Christine Tardif will explore the fundamentals of gut health, the importance of fibre, and the role of probiotics and fermented foods. Participants will learn practical strategies to improve gut health while navigating the realities of military life, including training, travel, and operational environments.

This session provides realistic, evidence-based strategies to support digestive health and overall wellness.

• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
• Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
• Language: English (Click here for details on the French session)

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What you will learn

• Understand the role of the gut microbiome and how it influences digestive health, immune function, and overall resilience.
• Learn about dietary fibre, including the different types, recommended daily intake targets, and the wide-ranging benefits for health and performance.
• Explore how fibre supports a healthy gut microbiome and contributes to long-term digestive and overall health.
• Understand the role of probiotics, prebiotics, and fermented foods in maintaining and supporting gut health.
• Recognize practical food sources of fibre and gut-friendly nutrients that can be incorporated into everyday eating habits.
• Gain practical strategies to increase fibre intake and support gut health at home, in dining facilities, and on the road.

Register now for upcoming Ask a Dietitian session

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About the speaker

Christine Tardif, MSc, RD, CDE
Education, Research and Development Officer – Nutrition, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS)

Christine Tardif is a Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Officer with the PSP Human Performance Research & Development team, working with the Women’s Wellness Program at Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS). Since joining the program in 2023, she has contributed to the development of evidence-based nutrition resources and education initiatives supporting women across the Canadian Armed Forces, including participants in the Prenatal and Postpartum Physical Fitness Program (PNP3). Christine holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa, a Bachelor of Applied Science in Food and Nutrition from Toronto Metropolitan University, and a Master of Science in Food and Nutrition from the University of Western Ontario. She became a Registered Dietitian in 2015 and completed the International Olympic Committee’s Sport Nutrition Diploma in 2018. Her work focuses on sports nutrition, women’s health, and supporting the nutrition needs of military members across all stages of life and career.

Statement: Nutrition research is often conducted and reported using biological sex, and because of this, some content in this webinar series refers specifically to female physiology. We welcome all individuals who may benefit from this information and are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful learning environment.