MAAFIM 6th International Conference 2026 · Speaker
Dr. Praveen Jacob
BNYS, MSc (Biochemistry), PhD Scholar
Chief Scientific Advisor · Integrative & Functional Medicine Strategist
Dr. Praveen Jacob
Naturopathy Physician, Researcher & Nutraceutical Strategist
Dr. Praveen Jacob is a distinguished naturopathy physician, researcher, and nutraceutical strategist with over two decades of experience in integrative and functional medicine. With a strong foundation in biochemistry and natural therapeutics, he is widely recognized for bridging traditional healing systems with modern scientific insights, particularly in the field of gut health and metabolic wellness.
Originating from Kerala, India, Dr. Jacob has pioneered innovative approaches to chronic disease management through his research on gut microbiota, abdominal adiposity, and metabolic dysfunction. His signature “Natural Triple Therapy” protocol—integrating prebiotics, probiotics, and targeted herbal formulations—has demonstrated impactful clinical outcomes in restoring digestive and systemic health.
Current Appointments:
- Chief Scientific Advisor – Atmantan Wellness Centre, Pune
- Adjunct Professor – KS Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore
- Chief Medical Officer (CMO) – Kaginele Integrated Medical Research Institute
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Alpha Natural Nutrition
- Founder – Clair Veda Ayur Clinic
- Nutraceutical Brand Strategy Advisor – Kshemavana
Areas of Expertise:
Gut Microbiome and its Role in Health & Disease; Autoimmune and Digestive Disorders; Evolutionary and Ancestral Nutrition; Molecular Mechanisms of Autophagy & Therapeutic Fasting; Role of Dietary Lipids and Short-Chain Fatty Acids in Metabolic Health; Development of Evidence-Based Nutraceutical Formulations.
Philosophy & Mission:
Guided by the timeless wisdom of Hippocrates—“Let food be thy medicine”—Dr. Praveen Jacob champions the concept of “Food as the Most Forgotten Medicine.” His mission is to re-establish nutrition as a cornerstone of modern healthcare by empowering both clinicians and patients to harness the therapeutic potential of diet.
MAAFIM 6th International Conference 2026
Hear Dr. Praveen Speak Live
Join us at Four Points by Sheraton Puchong, 20–23 August 2026 for four immersive days with leading voices in functional and integrative medicine.
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