Stuart Akerman, MD Digestive Health Blog

I'm often asked what diet is best for gut health. The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Research has shown that probiotics, such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains, can effectively alleviate symptoms of diarrhea and pr

Dealing with diarrhea can be uncomfortable and disruptive to daily life. It's important to understand the impact of diarrhea on digestive he

Chronic diarrhea, defined as loose, watery stools persisting for over 4 weeks, can greatly disrupt one's daily life.

The brain and the gut have a very intimate relationship known as the gut-brain axis. When we experience chronic stress or difficult emotions

I am thrilled to shed light on why doctors often choose specific medications over others during the course of treatment.

Today, we're going to explore the incredible world of our gut and the tiny creatures that live within us.

Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are two chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that can cause a wide range of symptoms

The digestive system is one of the most important systems in the human body. It is responsible for breaking down food into nutrients that th

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a disorder that affects the gastrointestinal tract (GI) and overall digestive health. IBD is an umbrella