The Gut-Healthy Diet: Optimizing Digestion Through Food
I'm often asked what diet is best for gut health. The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
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Feb 13 min read
The Hidden Link Between Your Diet and Digestive Issues: Understanding Food Intolerances
If you ever feel crummy after eating certain foods—but without an obvious allergy or symptoms as extreme as anaphylaxis—you may have a food
Nov 1, 20233 min read
Probiotics and Digestive Health: Insights from an Allen Gastroenterologist
Research has shown that probiotics, such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains, can effectively alleviate symptoms of diarrhea and pr
Oct 29, 20234 min read
The Best Foods for Diarrhea Recovery: Exploring the BRAT Diet and Probiotics
Dealing with diarrhea can be uncomfortable and disruptive to daily life. It's important to understand the impact of diarrhea on digestive he
Oct 10, 20238 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Your Gallbladder and Potential Problems
The gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in aiding digestion by storing and releasing bile
Sep 17, 20233 min read
Celiac Disease 101: Information From your Plano GI Doctor
If you experience abdominal pain, bloating, or diarrhea after eating bread, pasta, or other wheat products, you may suffer from Celiac (CD)
Sep 10, 20233 min read
Signs and Causes of Gastroparesis: Dietary Changes and Medical Treatments From Your Plano GI
If you've ever felt an intense wave of nausea, abdominal pain, and bloating after eating a meal, you may have experienced gastroparesis.
Aug 13, 20234 min read
The Gut-Brain Axis: How Stress Affects Digestive Health
The brain and the gut have a very intimate relationship known as the gut-brain axis. When we experience chronic stress or difficult emotions
Aug 4, 20233 min read
Beyond the Medicine Cabinet: Complementary Cures for Digestive Woes
Integrative medicine combines standard care with complementary therapies to treat the whole person.
Jul 28, 20233 min read
The Prescription Puzzle: Unraveling the Medication Maze in Gastroenterology
I am thrilled to shed light on why doctors often choose specific medications over others during the course of treatment.
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