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Just because you have a CHRONIC DISEASE DOES NOT MEAN YOU HAVE TO HAVE CHRONIC SYMPTOMS It has been reported that patients that have a chronic disease such as inflammatory bowel disease have a perception that their diagnosis means having to live with chronic symptoms. Patients underreport symptoms and symptoms are under-recognized by healthcare professionals. […]
FIRST, WHAT IS CBD? Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is a naturally occurring chemical found in the cannabis plant, hemp, and marijuana types of cannabis plants. Researchers have identified more than 100 phytochemical compounds from the plant, they are collectively called cannabinoids. The other cannabinoid you have likely heard of is tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. This […]
Throughout the past 11 days we have shared a wealth of information related to improving your well-being and gastrointestinal health. If you noticed, there were several individuals contributing to this wealth of information including a Gastroenterologist, Nurse Practitioner, Dietitian, Behavior Counselor, Fitness Consultant, and Nurses. An interdisciplinary approach relies on health professionals from different disciplines, along with the patient, working collaboratively […]
The Health Benefits of Fiber 10 High fiber foods that are easy to add to your diet: Pear (1 medium = 5.1g) Raspberries (½ cup = 4g) Avocado (½ avocado = 5g) Potato, with skin (1 medium = 4.4g) Lentils (½ cup = 7.8g) Black beans (½ cup = 7.5g) Quinoa (½ cup = 5g) […]