Are you living with IBD? If so, you aren’t alone. In fact, an estimated 1.6 million Americans currently have irritable bowel syndrome, with roughly 700,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Most of these people rely on doctor-prescribed medications to control their symptoms. But, some forms of alternative medicine have also shown...
Articles for September 2020
When Gastrointestinal Distress Is Something More: Call Your Doctor With These Symptoms
According to data from the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 60-70 million people in the United States are living with some form of digestive disease. These conditions range from mild gastrointestinal distress to life-threatening, but they often start with the same types of symptoms. Most people experience occasional...
Sleep and Digestion: How Sleep Affects IBD Symptoms
More than 10 million people worldwide suffer from Crohn’s disease and other IBD issues. When it comes to managing a gastrointestinal disease, sleep is of the utmost importance. Without it, your digestive system won’t function as it should, which can lead to discomfort. To learn more about the connection...
Sugar and Your Gut: Keys to the FODMAPs Diet
One in ten people suffers from chronic digestive issues. Many never receive a diagnosis. While common, digestive issues are not always discussed because of their uncomfortable nature. If you suffer from painful cramps, low energy, loss of appetite, and chronic gas, you are not alone. There is help for...
6 Obvious and Subtle Signs and Symptoms of a Crohn’s Disease Flare Up
Did you know that about 780,000 people in the U.S. have Crohn’s disease? Crohn’s disease causes chronic swelling and damage in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Your GI tract’s job is to digest food, absorb nutrients, and get rid of waste. Keep reading, and we will guide you through the six obvious and...