For someone with celiac disease, following a strict gluten-free diet is vital. However, this can bring new challenges navigating what to eat during the holidays. These special times often center…
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition characterized by acid flowing back up the esophagus from the stomach. It affects an estimated 18-28 percent of adults in North America. Common Symptoms of GERD…
In August 2018, Jeanie, 58, underwent a routine colonoscopy. Because of her family history, she was nervous about the results: her mother died of colon cancer and her sister had…
Did you know what you eat plays an important role in staying healthy during cold and flu season? “Maintaining your everyday healthy eating pattern is very important for your immune…
Celiac disease is an autoimmune response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten damages the intestinal tract lining which can cause poor absorption of nutrients leading…
What’s the difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian? This is a question many people are curious about, but don’t really know the answer to. What it means to be…
February is heart month. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), improving your diet and lifestyle can help prevent heart disease which is the leading cause of death in the…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is extremely common. Many studies indicate that up to 20% of American adult individuals may suffer from IBS, although this condition does not discriminate against age…
My buddy goes to the gym a lot. She’s a bit obsessive. She watches every January as the gym crowds surge and recede like the tide. By February, she gets…
IBS is extremely common. Many studies indicate that up to 20% of American adult individuals may suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Although this condition does not discriminate against age or…
