Stuart Akerman, MD Digestive Health Blog

The brain and the gut have a very intimate relationship known as the gut-brain axis. When we experience chronic stress or difficult emotions

Integrative medicine combines standard care with complementary therapies to treat the whole person.

Today, we're going to explore the incredible world of our gut and the tiny creatures that live within us.

Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common digestive disorder affecting millions of people worldwide.

this blog post aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of internal hemorrhoids; including their symptoms, underlying causes,

Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are two chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that can cause a wide range of symptoms

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of just 12 percent.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a long-term digestive disorder affecting millions worldwide. This happens when stomach acid sho

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a disorder that affects the gastrointestinal tract (GI) and overall digestive health. IBD is an umbrella

The digestive system is responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients. When the digestive system is not functioning correctly,