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 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 17
- 3 min
Celiac Disease 101: Information From your Plano GI Doctor
If you experience abdominal pain, bloating, or diarrhea after eating bread, pasta, or other wheat products, you may suffer from Celiac (CD)
- 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 28
- 3 min
The Prescription Puzzle: Unraveling the Medication Maze in Gastroenterology
I am thrilled to shed light on why doctors often choose specific medications over others during the course of treatment.
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