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5 Tips to Make Your Blood Test Easier No matter how “tough” you are, no one enjoys having to get their blood drawn. Here are a few tips from our friendly nurse, Leah! Make sure you’re well hydrated. If you are fasting for your blood test, bring a healthy snack for afterwards. Chat with your […]
Were you told that “nutrition doesn’t matter” when you were diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Was it ever recommended that you meet with a registered dietitian for nutritional guidance? We are here to tell you that FOOD CHOICES DO MATTER IN MANAGING IBD FLARES AND SYMPTOMS. Because IBD affects the digestive system, diet and […]
An Integrative Approach to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Lizzy always remembers having a “sensitive stomach” that went along with constant changes in her bowel habits. She could never put her finger on what would cause these changes: diet, stress, travel, etc. She started seeing different doctors in her early 20’s, had countless tests and procedures […]
If you suffer from IBS you’ve likely been told at some point by a healthcare provider to “consume more fiber in your diet.” But what if you’ve followed the doctor’s orders, yet your symptoms haven’t improved? Or even more frustrating, you actually felt even worse? This is where the low-FODMAP elimination diet comes into play. […]
