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Full of flavor and healthy fats; the protein comes from plants! Nutrition Servings: 4 servings Serving size: 1 bowl Calories: 420kcal Fat: 16.4g Saturated fat: 2.4g Carbohydrates: 58.8g Fiber: 13.1g Sugar: 13g Protein: 13g Ingredients For the sweet potatoes 3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into ½ inch cubes 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon cumin ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper For theRead more

If your New Year’s resolution is to lose weight or have a healthier you, Hunterdon Gastroenterology Associates can help. Making, and keeping, healthy resolutions can be challenging, but is even more important for people who are coping with preexisting digestive conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Fortunately, with aRead more

Small amounts of Molasses are approved for low FODMAP recipes. Here is an easy to make gingerbread recipe your entire family will enjoy! You can achieve a soft, chewy texture with this recipe if you remove the cookies from the oven when they are still a bit soft. GINGERBREAD COOKIES I love Gingerbread Cookies made inRead more

Stress during the holidays… One of the best things about this time of year is the holidays! But what happens when the weeks leading up to the holidays result in stress? A result of stress can be overeating as well as indigestion. Not only does overeating result in unwanted calories and weight gain but itRead more

We’ve been sharing recipes over on our Facebook page for some time and we thought we’d provide some of our favorite recipes right here on our blog as a resource for our patients. Enjoy! Tis the Season for Stuffing! PREP IN 10 MIN COOKS IN 20 MIN SERVES 12 (SMALL Servings OR 6 LARGE Servings) I love lowRead more

Heartburn or acid reflux symptoms include chronic cough, chest pain and burning. Knowing your triggers, such as certain foods, medications, obesity, or even stress, can help prevent heartburn. Heartburn treatment may include medications, home remedies, or diet changes. The specific triggers for heartburn differ from person to person. Marinara sauce may always spell trouble for you, butRead more

October marks National Liver Awareness month. Estimates for the global burden of chronic liver disease range from 50 million to over 100 million affected individuals. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), from 2000 — 2018 there was a 31% increase in deaths from chronic liver disease. Numerous diseases ranging from liverRead more

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder in which the ingestion of gluten leads to serious damage in the small intestine. Gluten is a combination of proteins found in wheat, barley, and rye. Celiac disease is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide. Two million Americans are undiagnosed and at risk for long-term healthRead more

Hunterdon Gastroenterology Summer 2019 Healthy Bites Digest Why You Should Get a Colonoscopy Most people fear having a colonoscopy. Maybe you have heard about the prep and this scares you; but did you know that one test can save your life? There’s a reason why doctors often recommend that patients between the ages of 50Read more

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects between 6–18% of people worldwide. This condition involves changes in frequency or form of bowel movements and lower abdominal pain. Diet, stress, poor sleep and changes in gut bacteria may all trigger symptoms. Triggers are different for each person, making it difficult to name specific foods or stressors that everyoneRead more