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FEEDING OUR MICROBIOME by Jeff Nathanson, M.D. We have known for some time that trillions of bacteria and other microbes live in our intestinal tract and play an important role in health, influencing our risk for developing all sorts of conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. Recently, as discussed in an article in the […]
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION: GUTFULL! By Libby Burger, RN Happy 2021! One of the ways I love to practice self-care, especially in these stressful times, is to take a walk outside with my dog. While on our walks, I enjoy listening to audiobooks or podcasts. Recently, I stumbled upon a podcast called “Gutfull”, available on the […]
THE MYTH OF FOOD SENSITIVITY TESTING by Claire Allen, RD There are many food sensitivity tests on the market that claim to identify food intolerance, leaving patients wondering if they are scientifically valid and worth their hefty cost. It is important to distinguish between food allergy and food sensitivity or intolerance and what the […]
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL EXPOSURE TIED TO CELIAC DISEASE Check out this article in Med Page Today about a small study linking a common chemical to an increased risk of celiac disease, especially in females. “Exposure to synthetic endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in pesticides, nonstick cookware, and fire retardants was linked to increased risk for celiac disease […]
