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Colon prep 101: Everything you need to know before your procedure
A colonoscopy is a procedure that is performed on a patient by a gastrointestinal specialist so that the specialist can examine the condition of the inside of the colon. Colonoscopies are necessary to catch cancerous and precancerous polyps and screen for colorectal...
Probiotics: What do they actually do for gut health?
Ever bought a pack of yogurts at the store that was marketed as being a great source of probiotics? Probiotics are live microorganisms that can be found in cultured foods like yogurt, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, sourdough bread and many others. You may have heard...
What causes rectal bleeding and when to be concerned
Rectal bleeding is a symptom that can be attributed to a variety of conditions. It can be simply described as the occurrence of bleeding from the rectum or the presence of blood in the stool. Most often, the causes of rectal bleeding may be isolated and aren’t a major...
How long does it take for your food to digest?
Digestion is an essential body function that is also interconnected with a large portion of the organs in your body. For digestion to occur, the parts of the gastrointestinal system must function together. When one of these parts becomes damaged or doesn’t function as...
What does a gastroparesis bowel movement look like, and should I be concerned?
Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the stomach. It’s sometimes also referred to as “delayed gastric emptying.” This condition affects an individual’s ability to properly digest their food because the muscles in their stomach aren’t functioning as they should....
Probiotics: What do they actually do for gut health?
Ever bought a pack of yogurts at the store that was marketed as being a great source of probiotics? Probiotics are live microorganisms that can be found in cultured foods like yogurt, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, sourdough bread and many others. You may have heard...
How to speed up digestion when you feel bloated
Bloating is a physical sensation that may feel tight, uncomfortable,...
Is a bleeding rectum a sign of food intolerance?
Food intolerance is a term for when your body has a tougher time...
Centers for digestive disease offer comprehensive digestive care
A center for digestive disease is a type of medical care clinic....
What procedures does a gastroenterologist perform?
A gastroenterologist is a type of medical professional who is...
Does a digestive specialist treat food allergies?
A food allergy is a type of allergic reaction that occurs when an...
Colonoscopy doctor vs. colonoscopy in a box: Pros and cons
A colonoscopy is a type of minimally invasive surgical procedure...
3 questions to ask your gastro specialist during your first visit
A gastrointestinal specialist is someone with extensive medical...
How to read liver echogenicity: Everything you need to know
If your health care provider or gastrointestinal specialist suspects...
3 things to look for in a digestive health clinic
Digestive health clinics are where patients in need of...
Are there benefits to going to a GI doctor for a colonoscopy?
A gastrointestinal (GI) doctor, also known as a gastroenterologist,...
Pain in the large intestine: What could it be?
The large intestine is a hollow organ that can be about 5 feet in...
How long does digestion take?
Digestion is how the body breaks down nutrients from...