June is Men’s Health Month—a time to focus on the often-overlooked aspects of wellness that can make a big difference in quality of life. One of the most critical, yet underestimated, areas of health for men is the digestive system. At Hunterdon Gastroenterology Associates, our team of board-certified specialists encourages men of all ages to takeRead more
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Boost your health and say goodbye to inflammation with our power-packed recipes. Loaded with gut-friendly ingredients and delicious flavors, these meals promise to make your dinner nutritious and delicious. It’s time you ate good and felt even better! Sheet-Pan Sesame Chicken & Broccoli with Scallion-Ginger Sauce In this healthy sheet-pan chicken recipe,Read more
What is the digestive system? The digestive system is made up of the gastrointestinal tract—also called the GI tract or digestive tract—and the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. The GI tract is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus. The hollow organs that make up theRead more
Are you feeling bloated, constipated, irritable, sluggish… These can all be signs of an unhealthy gut. What is the gut? The digestive tract or GI tract is often referred to as the gut which covers the parts of the body involved with food intake and output. This includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, pancreas,Read more
Meet Dr. Steven Mathews! We sat down with our newest physician to learn more about him and what makes him so passionate about patient care. Here’s what he had to say: How many years have you been practicing? 6 total. (3 years Internal Medicine Residency, 3 years GI Fellowship) Schooling, Residency, Fellowship: Undergraduate:Read more
It’s that time of year again when we make resolutions to live a healthier and happier life. We may vow to exercise more, eat healthier, or even kick a bad habit. Whatever your goals, making healthy choices in the new year is essential for your overall well-being. The first step towards making healthy choices isRead more
It seems like today, more than ever, you are hearing people being gluten-free. You may be wondering what does that even mean and why would someone want to do this? One reason is because of Celiac Disease. What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder in which the ingestion of glutenRead more
“Gut Health” is used to describe the function and balance of bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. A healthy gut contains healthy bacteria and immune cells which fight off bacteria, viruses, and fungi to keep the body healthy. A healthy gut contributes to a strong immune system, heart health, brain health, mood, sleep, effective digestion, andRead more
When most people think of heart health & their risk for having a heart attack or stroke, factors like cholesterol and blood pressure come to mind. But a new study by researchers at Cleveland Clinic shows that what’s in your gut can play a role too. When it comes to heart health, risk factors include more thanRead more
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