Gastroenterology

19 Feb The Gut Brain Connection

Posted at 09:00h in Gastroenterology, Nutrition

Our digestive system is filled with millions of unique bugs that are referred to as our gut microbiome. Research is exploding with studies showing that our gut microbiome has a tremendous impact on our brain function. That means that a dysfunctional gut microbiome could be a...

14 Feb Skipping Breakfast

Posted at 09:00h in Gastroenterology, Nutrition

A recent breakfast survey conducted in 2017 found that 1 in every 5 school-age children do not eat breakfast at least once per week and up to 30% of teenagers skip breakfast every day. Reasons Why Children Do Not Eat Breakfast: Lack of time Too Tired ...

06 Feb Hidden Ways Children Become Constipated

Posted at 09:00h in Gastroenterology, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

One of the most common causes of constipation is inadequate water and fiber intake. However, there are other not so commonly thought about reasons why children can become constipated. Medications Many non-prescription and prescription medications can have a drying effect on the body or cause slowing...

22 Jan The Bugs in Our Gut

Posted at 09:00h in Gastroenterology

Each of us has millions of unique and diverse bugs in our gut that help our bodies function. One of the most powerful tools that influence these bugs is our diet. Research continues to show that there is a strong connection between our gut bugs and...

16 Jan My Teenager Complains of Difficulty Swallowing

Posted at 10:25h in Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Gastroenterology

There are many reasons a child may complain of difficulty swallowing such as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or Eosinophilic Disease. A less common reason for difficulty swallowing but a possible cause to consider is Achalasia. What is Achalasia? Achalasia means “failure to relax” and refers to the inability...

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