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September 27, 2022
Health and Wellness
Fernando Calmet
Probiotics vs Prebiotics

Understanding the differences between prebiotics and probiotics will allow you to make informed choices for your diet and choose options that work for your lifestyle.

Probiotics vs Prebiotics
August 24, 2022
Gastric Distress, Health and Wellness
Fernando Calmet
How Do I Know When to See a GI Specialist?

Everyone experiences some level of digestive issues at some point in their life, but if yours are becoming frequent and non-random, it is probably a good sign that it is time to see a gastroenterologist, also known as a GI specialist.

How Do I Know When to See a GI Specialist?
July 19, 2022
Healthy Eating
Fernando Calmet
Best and Worst Summer Foods for Gut Health

Summer is the best time of year for fresh healthy fruits and vegetables, but it can also come with the temptation of snacks and drinks that may upset your stomach. So how do you know which foods to choose this summer? Here are some of the best and worst summer-specific foods for good gut health and digestion.

Best and Worst Summer Foods for Gut Health
June 16, 2022
Health and Wellness
Fernando Calmet
5 Unexpected Foods That Can Cause Gut and ...

An upset stomach and digestive issues can be caused by many things, including the foods you consume. Learn about 5 unexpected food that may be bad for your gut.

5 Unexpected Foods That Can Cause Gut and Digestive Issues
May 16, 2022
Healthy Eating
Fernando Calmet
The Benefits of Dietary Fiber

Dietary fiber is a daily nutrient that aids in optimal gut health and relieves constipation while decreasing your risk of serious health conditions. Learn more.

The Benefits of Dietary Fiber
Fernando Calmet
March 2, 2017
Gas and Bloating

Top 5 Foods That Prevent Gas

Fernando Calmet
March 2, 2017
Gas and Bloating
Top 5 Foods That Prevent Gas

Trying to prevent flatulence? You may need to adjust your diet—try these five foods that prevent gas.

Tagged: diet, flatulence, gas, nutrition, prevent gas

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Fernando Calmet
November 9, 2016
Heartburn

How to Relieve and Prevent Heartburn

Fernando Calmet
November 9, 2016
Heartburn
How to Relieve and Prevent Heartburn

There are several ways you can get rid of heartburn and prevent it from coming back again, including making lifestyle changes and taking medication.

Tagged: gastro discomfort, gastrointestinal health, heartburn

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Fernando Calmet
November 9, 2016
Constipation

Tips on How to Prevent Constipation

Fernando Calmet
November 9, 2016
Constipation
Tips on How to Prevent Constipation

If you’re prone to constipation, use the following tips on how to prevent constipation and keep your gastrointestinal tract happy and healthy.

Tagged: constipation, diet, fiber, gastro discomfort, gastrointestinal health

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Fernando Calmet
September 19, 2016
Gastric Distress

What are the Top Causes of Gastric Distress?

Fernando Calmet
September 19, 2016
Gastric Distress
What are the Top Causes of Gastric Distress?

Several medical conditions may cause gastric distress, including acid reflux, ulcers, IBS, lactose intolerance, or gallstones.

Tagged: chronic gastrointestinal discomfort, dairy-free, dietary restrictions, gastric distress, gastro discomfort, gastrointestinal health, ibs, ibs diet, lactose-free

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Fernando Calmet
September 13, 2016
Procedures

What Do I Need to Know Before My Colonoscopy?

Fernando Calmet
September 13, 2016
Procedures
What Do I Need to Know Before My Colonoscopy?

Before you start your colonoscopy prep, here are six things you need to know about the procedure.

Tagged: colonoscopy, colonoscopy prep, first colonoscopy, gastroenterology, gastrointestinal health

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Fernando Calmet
August 16, 2016
Celiac Disease

Common Nutrient Deficiencies Associated With Celiac Disease

Fernando Calmet
August 16, 2016
Celiac Disease
Common Nutrient Deficiencies Associated With Celiac Disease

Individuals with Celiac disease, a condition that impacts their ability to digest the gluten, are often at risk for a number of nutrient deficiencies.

Tagged: celiac diet, celiac disease, diet, dietary restrictions, nutrient deficiencies

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Fernando Calmet
August 11, 2016
Irritable Bowel Syndrome

How Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diagnosed?

Fernando Calmet
August 11, 2016
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
How Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diagnosed?

Because there are numerous other medical conditions that have the same symptoms as IBS, the IBS diagnosis process can be complicated.

Tagged: gastrointestinal disorder, gastrointestinal health, ibs, ibs diagnosis, irritable bowel syndrome

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Fernando Calmet
November 23, 2015
Crohn's Disease

What to Ask Your Doctor Before Surgery for Crohn’s Disease

Fernando Calmet
November 23, 2015
Crohn's Disease
What to Ask Your Doctor Before Surgery for Crohn’s Disease

Here's what you should talk to your doctor about before undergoing surgery for Crohn's.

Tagged: crohn's disease, FAQ, surgery, surgery prep

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Fernando Calmet
October 6, 2015
Children

Panel Releases Nutritional Guideline for Children with GI Disorders and Autism

Fernando Calmet
October 6, 2015
Children
Panel Releases Nutritional Guideline for Children with GI Disorders and Autism

Learn nutrition management in autism and gastrointestinal complaints to help resolve symptoms, promote adequate growth and a nutritionally complete diet.

Tagged: ASD, autism, gastrointestinal health, nutrition, nutrition management

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Fernando Calmet
September 29, 2015
Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Can Complementary Medicine Help Treat IBS?

Fernando Calmet
September 29, 2015
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Can Complementary Medicine Help Treat IBS?

If you've ever wondered about non-pharmaceutical treatment to help curb IBS symptoms, we have a list of options that research suggests can provide relief

Tagged: gastrointestinal health, gi disorder, ibs, IBS relief, managing ibs symptoms, non-pharmaceutical treatment

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Fernando Calmet
September 11, 2015
Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The FODMAP Elimination Diet: Getting to Know Your Triggers

Fernando Calmet
September 11, 2015
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
The FODMAP Elimination Diet: Getting to Know Your Triggers

The FODMAP diet helps individuals pinpoint which foods cause gastrointestinal distress by eliminating and gradually reintroducing FODMAPS into your diet

Tagged: diet, FODMAP, gastrointestinal health, managing ibs symptoms, nutrition

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Fernando Calmet
August 24, 2015
Uncategorized

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Causes, Treatment, and Screening

Fernando Calmet
August 24, 2015
Uncategorized

How non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) manifests, ways it can be prevented or treated, and conditions for which people with fatty liver disease should be screened.

Tagged: alcoholism, cirrhosis, diet, liver disease, nafld, non alcoholic fatty liver disease

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Fernando Calmet
August 17, 2015
Crohn's Disease

Make Fat a Part of Your Crohn's Diet

Fernando Calmet
August 17, 2015
Crohn's Disease
Make Fat a Part of Your Crohn's Diet

Proper nutrition can be difficult when living with Crohn's or IBD - We're talking about the fats that you should include or avoid in your Crohn's diet

Tagged: Crohn's diet, Crohns, healthy fats, IBD, nutrition

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Fernando Calmet
July 13, 2015
Research

The Mind-Gut Connection

Fernando Calmet
July 13, 2015
Research
The Mind-Gut Connection

Learn what's going on in your gut and how it could be affecting your brain and mental health.

Tagged: gastrointestinal disorder, gi disorder, gi tract, gut, mental health, microbiology, mind, neuroscience

Comment
Fernando Calmet
July 1, 2015
Health and Wellness, Inflammatory Bowel Dis...

Why You Should Be Cautious of OTC Medicine If You Have Gastrointestinal Discomfort

Fernando Calmet
July 1, 2015
Health and Wellness, Inflammatory Bowel Dis...
Why You Should Be Cautious of OTC Medicine If You Have Gastrointestinal Discomfort

While it may be tempting to ease your gastrointestinal discomfort with OTC medication, some of these medications can cause side effects or worsen symptoms.

Tagged: gastrointestinal health, ibs, managing ibs symptoms, OTC medicine, pain relievers

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Fernando Calmet
June 23, 2015
Health and Wellness

How to Avoid Hidden Sources of Lactose

Fernando Calmet
June 23, 2015
Health and Wellness
How to Avoid Hidden Sources of Lactose

If you’ve ever felt a mild reaction after a seemingly dairy-free meal, it could be that you accidentally ingested lactose in an unsuspected food source.

Tagged: bowel disease, dairy-free, ibs diet, lactose-free

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Fernando Calmet
June 16, 2015
Inflammatory Bowel Dis...

Drugs Used to Treat IBD May Cause Adverse Skin Reactions

Fernando Calmet
June 16, 2015
Inflammatory Bowel Dis...
Drugs Used to Treat IBD May Cause Adverse Skin Reactions

Patients taking medication for inflammatory bowel disease may want to pay attention to the state of their skin, as certain drugs are associated with an increased risk of non-melanoma skin cancer or psoriasis.

Tagged: 6-MP, anti-TNF, ibd treatment, psoriasis, side effects, skin cancer

Comment
Fernando Calmet
June 12, 2015
Children

Signs Your Child May Have a GI Disorder

Fernando Calmet
June 12, 2015
Children
Signs Your Child May Have a GI Disorder

Here are tips on how to identify a GI disorder and whether your child needs to see a gastroenterologist.

Tagged: children, gi disorder, pediatrics

Comment
Fernando Calmet
June 1, 2015
Research

Diagnosis and Treatment of EoE

Fernando Calmet
June 1, 2015
Research

Research provides new insights into the diagnosis and treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), an allergic condition of the esophagus.

Tagged: dysphagia, eosinophilic esophagitis, food allergy, food impaction, GERD, PPI therapy, trouble swallowing

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Fernando Calmet
May 26, 2015
Health and Wellness, Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Your IBS Grocery Shopping Guide

Fernando Calmet
May 26, 2015
Health and Wellness, Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Your IBS Grocery Shopping Guide

Diet is a daily consideration for people with IBS, but there are more options for people with dietary restrictions now more than ever.

Tagged: diet, dietary restrictions, gastrointestinal health, ibs, nutrition

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