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Research has shown that some of the same fiber-rich foods that are good for your gastrointestinal health are also good for you heart. Vegetables and Fruit Leafy green vegetables, such as spinach, kale and collard greens, are known for their wealth of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. But did you know that they are also aRead 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

What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disorder that can occur in genetically predisposed people where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. When celiac patients eat gluten (a protein found in wheat, rye and barley), their body mounts an immune response that attacks the small intestine. TheseRead more

Every year over 30% of Americans resolve that they are going to lose weight in the coming year. Unfortunately only about 9% of them feel that they have succeeded by the end of the year. Carrying extra weight around can negatively impact your health. If you’re carrying extra pounds, you face a higher-than-average risk ofRead more

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 it can wreak havoc onRead more

Although esophageal cancer is still relatively rare compared to other cancers, there has been a staggering 600% increase in the disease over the last three decades. The number of people diagnosed with esophageal cancer, and the number of deaths from the disease, have increased more rapidly than any other gastrointestinal tumor. Esophageal cancer is oneRead more

You had chest pain, so had a complete cardiac evaluation by a physician. All the tests were negative – no heart problem. But, you still have chest pain. What else could be going on? You may have gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. Several of the symptoms of a heart attack and GERD are similar. WhatRead more

What is GERD? More than three million Americans suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. GERD is a digestive disorder that affects the muscle between the esophagus and stomach called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Caused by stomach acid flowing backward into the esophagus, GERD is typically characterized by persistent, severe heartburn. In most cases,Read more

What are peptic ulcers? Peptic ulcers are sores found in the lining of the stomach, upper portion of the small intestine, or the lining of the esophagus that can cause moderate to severe burning pain. There are a few types of peptic ulcers. These include: Gastric ulcers – Ulcers that occur inside of the stomachRead more

Excessive gas can strike at some of the worst possible times — during a big meeting, in a crowded elevator or even on a first date. Good news is, you’re not alone. Gas happens to everyone and is rarely ever serious. There are even things you can do to help reduce gas. You may beRead more