The Crucial Role of Diet and the Gut Microbiome in Colorectal Cancer Risk By Emeran Mayer, MD and Jill Horn Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a major global health burden as its ranks third in terms of incidence and second in mortality worldwide. It has increased steadily in recent years, including in younger age groups. As …
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Yeast Probiotics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome By MariaLisa Itzoe, DO, MPH Irritable Bowel Syndrome is one of the most common disorders of brain-gut interaction (DGBI) with estimates of between 10-15% people affected nationally. The Rome IV Criteria are symptom-based diagnostic criteria providing a standardized IBS diagnosis. The cardinal IBS symptom is chronically recurrent abdominal pain, …
Risks and Rewards of a Vegan Diet During Pregnancy By Juliette Frank The number of people following variations of plant-based diets has risen worldwide in the past decade. Strong data continues to come out around the positive health outcomes of restricting animal products and increasing consumption of fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds as well …
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5 Natural Remedies for Immediate Digestive Relief By Fiona Riddle Common digestive disorders and stomach issues are a common yet uncomfortable part of life, and while eating a healthy diet, staying active and adopting healthy lifestyle practices can prevent discomfort in the long run, some days we need immediate relief. Instead of constantly reaching for …
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Artificial Sweeteners: A Sweet Substitute or Worse? By Juliette Frank Sugar, in its many forms, provides fuel for the brain and body through calories, making it a necessary part of the human diet. Sugar activates the reward pathways in our brain that get excited about incoming energy, causing humans and other creatures to have evolved …
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