As many as 60 million people - that’s 20 percent of Americans - deal with it irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a chronic condition that affects the lower gastrointestinal ... Read More
Digestive Disorders
Pain in Your Stomach: What it Could Really Be!
We all experience occasional stomach pain now and then and sometimes that pain has us making a mad dash to the washroom. But what if you get to the toilet and you have blood in ... Read More
Crohn’s Disease: Could You Have It and Not Know?
Have you ever felt that something was not quite right with your body, but everyone else said you’re fine or they try to tell you it’s not what you think it is? Well, that happened ... Read More
Can Your Cookware Cause This Disease?
Findings from a new study report toxic chemicals in a variety of products are associated with an increased risk of celiac disease in children and young adults. Celiac disease is ... Read More
Treatments For Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an often misunderstood and underdiagnosed condition that affects about 15.3 million people in the United States. No one remedy works for all ... Read More
10 Natural Ways to Improve Digestive Health
These days, digestive problems have become not only a regular topic of conversation, they’ve ballooned into a billion dollar industry of over-the-counter remedies. Modern day ... Read More
What Your Bowels Say About Your Health
Yes, this is probably not a dinner topic, but it's quite an important one. What your body releases may be saying a whole lot about your overall health. Dr. Amy Foxx-Orenstein, ... Read More
Gut Health 101: 4 Simple Ways To Better Gut Health
The gut is made up of organs that are in charge of removing toxins from the body, digestion, and absorbing vitamins and nutrients. These organs include the mouth, esophagus, ... Read More
Q&A: How Do I Control My Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Q: What can I do to control irritable bowel syndrome? - L. K. Sign Up for the Black Doctor Newsletter! A: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder ... Read More
Is Gluten Making You Sick? Look For These Top Signs!
Gluten-free bread, gluten-free pizza, what is the big deal behind gluten-free eating? Is it healthier for you? If you’re someone who has celiac disease or non-celiac gluten ... Read More
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What It Is And How To Heal
Irritable bowel syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, meaning symptoms are caused by changes in how the GI tract works. People with a functional GI disorder have ... Read More
Three Things You Didn’t Know About Sweet Potatoes + Recipe
Sweet potatoes are known to many as the sweeter version of a plain potato and a staple during holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Although potatoes generally tend to have a ... Read More
Working Out With Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s Disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease in which the body’s immune system attacks the gastrointestinal tract. It can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, ... Read More
Natural Colon Cleanse: Ways To Detox Your Colon
If you experience digestive health problems like constipation, diarrhea, gas, or heartburn, you might be considering colon cleansing. But be sure to get the facts before you ... Read More