Aspire Assist: Crazy Concept or Valid Weight Loss Option?
The FDA recently approved a new, minimally invasive weight loss device,...
Category: Digestive Health
The Microbiome and Immunity
The microbiome is the collection of bacteria, fungi, protozoa and viruses...
FDA Warning on Antacid Medications (Alka Seltzer)
This week, the FDA issued a warning regarding certain over-the-counter...
Hiatal Hernias: Fast Facts
A hiatal hernia occurs when the stomach pushes through (herniates) the...
How Does Alcohol Affect the GI Health of Women?
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month. Alcohol is the cause of many...
Is A Gluten-Free Diet Healthier for Everyone?
The abundance of gluten-free options in grocery stores, restaurants and...
Fake Disease Alert: Leaky Gut and Candida Overgrowth
As a general rule, I advise against Googling symptoms, as it is rarely...
Diet and Colorectal Cancer, Part II: Processed Meat
Last month, I posted a summary of dietary factors that may influence a...
Diverticulosis: The Nut and Seed Myth
Diverticulosis refers to the presence of pockets, or sac-like protrusions,...
Should You Use A Probiotic?
Patients frequently ask us whether they should use a probiotic. Probiotics...
Men’s Health Awareness Month
The month of June, when summer officially begins, is designated Men’s...