If you are one of the millions of people suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, you know that the holidays can be challenging. There are so many delicious foods to enjoy, but many can aggravate your symptoms. How Holidays Make Us Sick Large Portions The more food you stuff into your stomach,…
People who suffer from drug addiction’s physical and emotional effects also face financial challenges. They live in poverty, are unemployed, or even homeless. Unfortunately, those who get into such a complicated situation can’t afford to receive treatment. Some of these individuals want to break their addiction. They try to quit cold turkey or undergo at-home…
Winter is often dreaded for its cold bitter temperatures while being well known and tied to being the season for sniffly runny noses, and coming down with viruses that leave us feeling under the weather and bedridden. But some common conditions become more prominent during the winter months as well. Most Common Wintertime Health Problems…
Under ideal circumstances, your body can break down food and absorb nutrients effectively. Unfortunately, we are not living in a perfect world, and many people are dealing with digestive issues. Perhaps you are one of them. Suppose you are dealing with digestive difficulties or other symptoms related to nutrient deficits. In that case, you may benefit…
Holidays are a time for celebration, but they are often correlated with overconsumption. It can be easy to eat in excess during the holidays and splurge on foods that may not be the best choice for our health. Here is a list of holiday foods to avoid or to eat in moderation this holiday season:…
According to the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association’s 2017 Hypertension Guideline, 47.3% of American adults (116 million) have hypertension. Also known as high blood pressure. Hypertension and its effects are an area of great concern for the overall health and wellness of the US. To make matters worse, it’s estimated that only…
A Personal Note: Understanding the specific effects of particular foods on our bodies can be complicated. As a gastroenterologist, I am often asked by my patients what foods to try and what to avoid. I always recommend eating organic, whole foods whenever possible, and avoiding foods that have been overly processed or contain added sugars…
What Is Pancreatic Cancer? Pancreatic cancer originates in the pancreas, a large gland part of the digestive system. The cells in your body regularly reproduce to replace dying cells. Cancer occurs when those cells are broken and produce faster than they’re supposed to without control. A process called “programmed cell death,” or apoptosis is used…
What Is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that can be very dangerous if not treated. It’s where a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep, thus starving the brain (and the rest of the body) of oxygen. Because it happens while a person is sleeping, she can often be oblivious to it and…
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