Vaping: Know the Risks to your GI Health
Vaping is considered to be less harmful than smoking, but that doesn’t mean it is without health risks. Common side effects of e-cigarettes include coughing, headaches, and irritation to the mouth and throat. Just like smoking, it affects the digestive tract as well as the upper respiratory and cardiovascular [...]
Managing Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is an immune reaction to consuming gluten, a protein found in grains like wheat. If you’re one of the millions of people who have been diagnosed with celiac disease, you know that managing your condition can be more complicated than it sounds. There is no cure for [...]
Gastroparesis Awareness Month
August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, making it a great time to talk about this widely unknown chronic medical condition. According to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD), an estimated five million people in the United States have gastroparesis, but many of them remain undiagnosed. What is Gastroparesis? [...]
Yoga for Better Digestion
Digestive problems are becoming more and more common in the United States. Approximately 60 to 70 million Americans suffer from digestive disease according to the National Institutes of Health, not to mention the millions more who put up with mild gastrointestinal complaints either periodically or regularly in their day-to-day [...]
Digestive Problems Common in Men
While men and women are both susceptible to gastrointestinal disorders, there are some health conditions that are more prevalent in men. With men typically visiting their doctors less than women, it’s important for men to be aware of the signs and symptoms of digestive health issues and to seek [...]