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Do you have accidents… Do you sometimes not make it to the restroom… Don’t worry.  You are not alone.  We can help! An unintentional bowel movement, known as fecal incontinence (FI), it is an extremely upsetting experience. It can take a large toll on the quality of life and mental health of patients and theirRead more

Covid-198… Job Stressors… Family… Holidays… These words can mean stress.  A result of stress can be overeating as well as indigestion. Not only does overeating result in unwanted calories and weight gain but it can also wreak havoc on your stomach. You know it when you feel it: that full, uncomfortable sensation in your bellyRead more

Have you ever eaten a slice of pepperoni pizza and paid for it with that burning feeling in your belly and/or chest? That could be heartburn!   What is heartburn? Heartburn is a very common occurrence with more than 60 million Americans experiencing it at least once a month. To understand what causes heartburn, let’sRead more

We are ALL stressed… Between Covid, quarantining, new variants, hurricanes, floods, and life in general, we are all trying to make it through the day.  We try to prioritize the important things and the less important things often fall by the wayside. The question is how are YOU handling that stress… Do you binge-watch Netflix? Read more

Craving that sweet treat after dinner? You’re just 10 minutes away from a decadent (and easy-to-make) Celiac-friendly dessert that the entire family will enjoy. So simple and delicious!! Ingredients: 25-50 Gluten free pretzels small 25 Rolo candies 25 pecan halves Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place small GF pretzels on cookie sheet. Place aRead more

Let’s talk about Celiac disease Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder. If you have Celiac disease, eating gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye) will trigger an immune response and will, over time, damage the small intestine’s lining and prevent nutrient absorption (malabsorption). An estimated 1 in 133 Americans are affected by CeliacRead more

Stir-Fried Asparagus with Quinoa Noodles   Not only is this asparagus dish downright delicious, it also makes an excellent meal for fighting hemorrhoids. Asparagus is naturally rich in inulin, a type of fiber that helps prevent constipation and hemorrhoids. Not only is this asparagus dish downright delicious, it also makes an excellent meal for fighting hemorrhoids.Read more

We all have suffered from them, but no one wants to talk about them… HEMORRHOIDS! Hemorrhoids are swollen veins at the bottom of the rectum or anus. When healthy, these veins assist with the elimination of stool, but if they swell and stretch, protruding from the rectum, they can cause pain and itching. Increased pressure inRead more

Chronic inflammation often goes together with chronic diseases, causing pain and a host of other symptoms throughout your body.  Thankfully, we can support our body’s ability to feel better by fueling up with whole foods that are filled with nutrients that the body can use to reduce inflammation. This quick and easy recipe, featuring probiotic,Read more

IBS Awareness Month is a great time to talk more about the very common disorder that affects many people’s lives. There is a stigma around IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome and because we don’t talk about it as much as we should, it is often misunderstood. Signs and symptoms of IBS include cramping, abdominal pain,Read more