Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Grocery shopping for a child with food allergies can be a daunting task.  Feeling concerned and frustrated is understandable since eating is such an integral part of providing for your child’s health and well-being.  Every week, Angela Lemond and her team at Lemond Nutrition meet...

Breastmilk is the perfect baby food for most infants.  Breastmilk meets the specific needs of a baby and is nearly nutritionally complete.  Breastmilk significantly reduces the risk of diseases.  Babies receiving breastmilk compared to formula fed babies are less likely to develop:  Ear infections Respiratory...

Heartburn refers to pain in the chest that occurs when stomach acid spreads back up into the food pipe or esophagus.  This is known as acid reflux.  Up to 10% of American teenagers complain of heartburn due to acid reflux.  Other teenagers complain of: a...