Probiotics and Digestive Health: Insights from an Allen Gastroenterologist
Research has shown that probiotics, such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains, can effectively alleviate symptoms of diarrhea and pr
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- Oct 29
- 4 min
The Best Foods for Diarrhea Recovery: Exploring the BRAT Diet and Probiotics
Dealing with diarrhea can be uncomfortable and disruptive to daily life. It's important to understand the impact of diarrhea on digestive he
- Oct 10
- 8 min
Everything You Need to Know About Your Gallbladder and Potential Problems
The gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in aiding digestion by storing and releasing bile
- Oct 3
- 4 min
Navigating Chronic Diarrhea: Expert Insights from Plano Gastroenterologists
Chronic diarrhea, defined as loose, watery stools persisting for over 4 weeks, can greatly disrupt one's daily life.
- Sep 10
- 3 min
Signs and Causes of Gastroparesis: Dietary Changes and Medical Treatments From Your Plano GI
If you've ever felt an intense wave of nausea, abdominal pain, and bloating after eating a meal, you may have experienced gastroparesis.
- Aug 27
- 3 min
Crohn’s Disease vs. Ulcerative Colitis: Understanding the Differences From a Plano GI Doctor
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two common types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Aug 20
- 4 min
Overcoming That Queasy Feeling: Medical and Natural Approaches for Nausea
Feeling queasy and unwell? Nausea can arise from a variety of causes, ranging from motion sickness to chemotherapy side effects.
- Aug 13
- 4 min
The Gut-Brain Axis: How Stress Affects Digestive Health
The brain and the gut have a very intimate relationship known as the gut-brain axis. When we experience chronic stress or difficult emotions
- Aug 4
- 3 min
Beyond the Medicine Cabinet: Complementary Cures for Digestive Woes
Integrative medicine combines standard care with complementary therapies to treat the whole person.
- Jul 15
- 3 min
The Superheroes in Our Gut: How Fecal Microbiota Spores Help Fight Clostridium Difficile Infections
Today, we're going to explore the incredible world of our gut and the tiny creatures that live within us.
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