Sandra Rodriguez, MD, ABOM

Sandra Rodriguez, MD, ABOM Dr. Sandra Rodríguez, MD, ABOM
Board certified
✨ Gastro doctor
✨ expert on digestive & liver health
✨ Obesity Medicine
📍 Miami & Homestead
📲 786-500-4644

12/11/2025

🥤 Protein is everywhere on social media and in the snack aisle, but most of these protein-added foods come in ultra processed form. Even celebrity products are often packed with additives instead of real nutrition.

🍳 Protein matters, but relying on manufactured snacks isn’t the best way to raise your intake. Prioritize minimally processed foods like eggs, seafood, lean beef, soy-based products and protein-rich dairy to build a balanced plate.

🌾 Focusing too much on protein can push out fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Keeping both protein and fiber in your day supports digestion, metabolism and overall health.

12/09/2025

💊 Some medications can impact appetite, metabolism or gut hormones that regulate weight. Antidepressants, insulin, sulfonylureas, beta blockers, steroids and even common allergy meds can contribute to unexpected weight gain.

⚖️ Gut health and hormone balance are closely connected. If the scale is going up without a clear reason, do not stop your medication on your own. Talk to your doctor about options that support both your health and your weight.


12/04/2025

🥛 Is your protein powder causing bloating or diarrhea? Many supplements contain artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols and fillers that irritate the gut and make digestion harder. Choosing a protein with minimal ingredients helps your body absorb it without discomfort.

🌱 The source matters too. Whey isolate, pea protein and rice protein are often easier to digest for people with sensitive guts. And don’t forget to check for added sugars. You don’t need extra sugar in your protein.

🍳 Protein supplements should only complement your diet, not replace real food. Prioritize minimally processed whole foods such as eggs, seafood, lean beef, soy products and dairy rich in protein to support your gut and overall health.

12/02/2025

🧬 Why are so many people suddenly talking about “GLP-1 babies”? These medications don’t boost fertility on their own, but weight loss, better blood sugar control and improved hormone balance can naturally restore ovulation in people who previously had irregular cycles, especially those with PCOS.

💊 GLP-1 medications can also change how your body absorbs oral medications, including birth control pills. That means your usual contraception may not protect you as well during the early phases of treatment.

👶 Unexpected pregnancies can happen not because GLP-1s cause pregnancy, but because your body may start functioning more regularly than before. If pregnancy isn’t part of your plan, talk to your doctor about reliable contraception before starting therapy.

Happy Turkey Day! 🦃
11/27/2025

Happy Turkey Day! 🦃

11/27/2025

🦠 SIBO happens when bacteria that belong in your colon start growing in your small intestine, causing bloating, gas, pain, and irregular bowel movements.

🥦 It’s often linked to long-term PPI use, diabetes, or slow gut motility.

🍽️ Treatment includes antibiotics like rifaximin, a low FODMAP diet, and fixing the root cause to avoid recurrence.

11/25/2025

💡 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is real and treatable.
It’s not just "a little stress"

IBS reflects a dysfunction in how the gut and brain communicate. Tests may seem okay but that doesn’t mean nothing’s wrong.

⚖️ When we recognize IBS as a genuine disorder, we move away from dismissal and toward understanding, treatment, and relief.
Acceptance is often the first step toward feeling better because validation heals too. 💙

11/19/2025

✨ Recent studies suggest that GLP1 receptor agonists may be linked to improved survival rates in people with colon cancer. Researchers propose that these medications may influence inflammation and long-term outcomes in ways we are only beginning to understand.

🧬 Inflammation plays a key role in the development and progression of colon cancer, and exploring how GLP1 agonists interact with these pathways opens the door to new therapeutic perspectives. More research is needed, but the findings are promising.

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11/18/2025

💡 5 Common IBS Myths Debunked There’s a lot of misinformation about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and it often leaves patients feeling confused or hopeless.

Understanding IBS is the first step toward control, not frustration 💙

11/11/2025

💉 Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy), known for its use in diabetes and weight management, has just received accelerated FDA approval for treating adults with MASH (Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatohepatitis) and moderate-to-advanced liver fibrosis (F2–F3), but without cirrhosis.

🧬 In the ESSENCE trial, 63% of patients treated with semaglutide achieved resolution of steatohepatitis compared to 34% in the placebo group. Additionally, 36.8% saw a reduction in fibrosis versus 22.4% with placebo.

🏥 This marks a major step forward — paving the way for insurance companies to start covering semaglutide for patients with MASH and liver fibrosis. A big advance in metabolic and liver health care.

11/07/2025

‼️ Obesity is a chronic disease, not a choice, and it deserves the same access to effective treatment as other conditions.

👨‍⚖️ Recently, the Donald Trump administration announced an agreement with major pharma companies Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to significantly reduce the cost of GLP-1 medications used for obesity and diabetes. 

🔍 This matters because these medications have strong evidence for helping patients with obesity achieve meaningful weight loss and reduce visceral fat, improve metabolic health and lower risk for complications. As a gastroenterologist treating obesity, I believe these treatments should be available broadly, at accessible cost, and covered by public programs like Medicare and Medicaid.

💡 When treatment becomes accessible, we shift from hopelessness to empowerment, helping people reclaim their health.

✅ Access isn’t just fairness, it’s public-health.

11/06/2025

💡 IBS affects 10–15% of people worldwide, that’s 1 in every 7 adults. IBS makes up almost half of all GI clinic visits, and, yet so many people suffer in silence.

🧠 IBS isn’t “just stress.” It’s a real condition a disorder of the gut–brain connection.
The good news?
➡️ It’s common, you’re not alone.
➡️ It’s real, not your imagination.
➡️ It’s treatable, with the right plan, symptoms can improve dramatically.

Compassion + understanding = better care 💙

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