**🎥 Stop Getting Your Gut Health Advice from Social Media Influencers! 🚨**
- ❌ Don’t trust just any influencer for gut health advice!
- ⚠️ Health trends on social media can be harmful.
- 😱 Some tips could even cause serious injuries or worse.
- 🔍 Always vet your sources!
- 🎓 Ensure your advice comes from qualified professionals.
- 🧠 Choose science-backed guidance for your gut health.
Stay safe and healthy! 💪🩺
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Are my stomach issues the result of food allergies?
🤔 Do I need food allergy testing?
No! Food allergy testing checks for IgE, which isn’t what causes GI symptoms related to food sensitivities.
So how do you know if you’re allergic?
Do you have an itchy throat?
Difficulty breathing?
Rashes?
Vomiting after eating certain foods?
Yes? Then consider yourself allergic and you need an epi pen. 🩺
Otherwise, I recommend a symptom diary. 📓 Write down what you ate and your symptoms, and we can tease out what’s going on.
I wish I knew everyone’s sensitivities and that everyone should avoid certain things, but you are all individuals with different sensitivities. 🌟
#FoodAllergies #GutHealth #PediatricGastroenterology #FoodSensitivities #HealthTips #guthealth #guthealthmatters #healthykids #healthifestyle #antbased #wfpb #precisionnutrition #doctormom #integrativemedicine #womeninmedicine #function almedicinedoc #functionalmedicine #lifestylemedicine #lifestylemedicinedoctor #precisionmedicine #guthealth #guthealthmatters #gastroenterologist #pediatricgastroenterologist #guthealthy #wfpb #integrativemedicine #foodasmedicine #plantbased #microbiome #gutmicrobiome #gastroenterology
**Got a stomach bug? 🤒**
- Ditch the BRAT diet - Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Tea (is that what it stands for? Correct me if I’m wrong) ❌🍌🍚🍏🍵
- We no longer recommend it 🚫
- It doesn’t provide enough nutrition 🍽️
- Eat and drink what you can 👍
- Avoid dairy for two weeks after a bug because you develop transient lactose intolerance (lactase enzyme is superficial and usually gets sloughed off first) 🚫🥛
#StomachBug #HealthTips #Nutrition #GoodbyeBRATDiet #FeelBetter #guthealth #guthealthmatters #healthykids #healthifestyle #antbased #wfpb #precisionnutrition #doctormom #integrativemedicine #womeninmedicine #function almedicinedoc #functionalmedicine #lifestylemedicine #lifestylemedicinedoctor #precisionmedicine #guthealth #guthealthmatters #gastroenterologist #pediatricgastroenterologist #guthealthy #wfpb #integrativemedicine #foodasmedicine #plantbased #microbiome #gutmicrobiome #gastroenterology
Keto Gummies and Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
🩺 Gastroenterologist here! Many people take ACV, claiming it helps with digestion, weight loss, and blood sugar control.
📈 Lots of hype, very little science to back it up.
🥗 The only thing you should be doing with Apple Cider Vinegar is using it in your salad dressings!
✔️ ACV does have health benefits, but remember: too much of a good thing is never a good thing.
⚠️ Overconsumption of ACV can lead to:
Enamel breakdown
GI irritation
Throat burns
Potassium level drops
Stay informed and use ACV wisely!
#HealthTips #Gastroenterologist #KetoGummies #AppleCiderVinegar #ACV #HealthyLiving #Nutrition #Wellness #DigestiveHealth #HealthyHabits
🥖 Sourdough Secrets: The Truth About Probiotics 🌱
🥖 While sourdough bread is made using a fermentation process, the baking kills the live probiotics.
🍞 However, the fermentation process still creates beneficial compounds like prebiotics, which support gut health.
🌟 Good Sources of Probiotics 🌟
🥛 Yogurt: Fermented milk rich in live probiotics.
🧀 Kefir: Fermented milk drink with a high probiotic content.
🥛 Buttermilk: Cultured buttermilk contains probiotics.
🌶️ Kimchi: Fermented vegetables with a spicy kick.
🥬 Sauerkraut: Fermented cabbage rich in probiotics.
🍵 Kombucha: Fermented tea with a tangy flavor.
🍲 Miso: Fermented soybean paste used in soups and dressings.
🍛 Tempeh: Fermented soy product with a nutty flavor.
🥒 Pickles: Naturally fermented pickles without vinegar.
🌾 Natto: Fermented soybeans known for their strong flavor and texture.
#Probiotics
#GutHealth
#FermentedFoods
#HealthyEating
#SourdoughBread
📸 **Take a picture of your poop!**
- 🩺 As a Gastroenterologist, I hear it all: blood, rainbows, unicorns, and more.
- 💬 My next question: Do you have a picture?
- ❌ The usual answer: No, why would I take a picture?
- 📷 Here’s your reminder: **Take a picture of your poop!**
- 🔍 It helps me, it helps your doctor.
- 🌍 I’d like to say it helps the world, but it doesn’t.
- 👍 **You’re welcome!**
#HealthAwareness
#GutHealth
#DigestiveHealth
#PoopCheck
#SeeYourDoctor
#MedicalAdvice
#HealthyLiving
#Gastroenterology
#MedicalTips
#PatientCare
Why do Gastroenterologists love MiraLAX? 🙌
I’m definitely part of the MiraLAX-loving crew! Hear me out—here are 3 reasons we love MiraLAX:
1. **It doesn’t get absorbed**: Whatever comes in, goes out.
2. **No dependency**: It’s not a stimulant, just a stool softener, so you still have to do the work of pushing.
3. **Long-term use**: Safe to use over time because of reasons 1 and 2.
Got questions? Let me know! 💬
#constipation #MiraLAX #GutHealth #Gastroenterology #ConstipationRelief #HealthyKids #PediatricGI #StoolSoftener #DigestiveHealth #PediatricGastroenterologist #HealthTips #KidsHealth #LongTermHealth #MiraLAXLove #DigestiveCare #HealthyLiving
📢 Stop X-Raying Your Kids for Constipation! 📢
🛑 If your child has:
- Hard, infrequent stools
- Stooling accidents
- Large, hard stools that clog the toilet
💡 Chances are they have constipation!
🩺 Constipation is a clinical diagnosis, and x-rays give us no additional information.
🚫 There’s zero reason to irradiate your child! 🚫
#HealthyKids #PediatricCare #ConstipationAwareness #ParentingTips #constipation #encopresis
Gut Cleanses I recommend as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist
🌟 NONE! You do not need to clean your colon or any other part of your body.
🦠 Your gut, liver, and other organs know how to clean themselves and have been doing it for ages.
☕️ Sticking large amounts of water or coffee up your butt only washes away the good bacteria that you already have there.
🥦 Focus on eating foods that are high in fiber.
🚫 Leave the coffee and water for your drinking pleasure.
#gutcleanse #coffeeenema #colonic #colonics #guthealth #guthealthmatters #guthealthy
🌟 As the school year wraps up, I’ve been seeing more kids in my Pediatric Gastroenterology clinic with morning abdominal pain and cramping, spending excessive time in the bathroom without fully evacuating, only to return 30 minutes later. This sounds like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), often triggered by stress. 🌟
To help manage this, I’ve been emphasizing stress reduction, mindfulness, 6-8 hours of sleep, staying hydrated, and eating plenty of fiber. Let’s take care of our children’s gut health together! 💪 #PediatricGastroenterology #IBS #StressManagement #HealthyKids #GutHealth”
**8 Degrees, 1 Truth: How We Really Keep Our Gut Healthy**
🌱 Not screwing around with supplements
There’s no solid evidence that most supplements for gut health actually work. Instead of spending money on these, focus on your diet.
🥦 Eating more fiber
Fiber is crucial for a healthy gut. Your gut is a whole ecosystem of bacteria, and they thrive on the fiber you consume.
🔬 How it works
When you eat fiber, it reaches your colon undigested and becomes food for your gut bacteria. These bacteria ferment the fiber into short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, acetate, and propionate.
🛡️ Benefits of SCFAs
SCFAs are essential for your health. They:
Nourish the cells lining your gut
Help reduce inflammation
Support your immune system
Influence your metabolism
Contribute to overall well-being
💪 Takeaway
By simply eating a fiber-rich diet, you can support your gut health and, in turn, your entire body. No need for supplements—just real, whole foods.
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#GutHealthMatters
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**Does your child often have stomach aches? Is the school calling you every day to pick them up?**
Here are four important factors to consider when evaluating a child with stomach aches:
1. **Constipation:** Constipation is the leading cause of abdominal pain in school-age children.
2. **Weight Loss:** Children should be growing. If your child is losing weight or not growing, this is a concern.
3. **Blood in Stool:** Blood in the stool should always be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
4. **Nighttime Pain:** If the pain wakes your child up in the middle of the night, it’s a sign that further diagnostic testing may be necessary.
These considerations can help decide whether to pursue further diagnostic testing.
Four facts about lactose intolerance:
1. It affects 65% of the world’s population - that’s significant!
2. It can develop over time, even if you had no issues with dairy before.
3. Symptoms vary, from bloating to diarrhea.
4. Lactase pills help break down dairy, but there are also plenty of dairy alternatives and other calcium-rich foods to enjoy! 🥛 #LactoseIntolerance #DairyFree
Experiencing morning belly pain and cramping after eating? Spending too much time in the bathroom? It could be IBS, which includes symptoms like abdominal cramping, alternating stool patterns (diarrhea/constipation). Key: no blood or weight loss. Keep a symptom diary to identify and avoid triggers.
#ibs #irritablebowelsyndrome #irritablebowel #lowfodmap #ibsdiet
What do your farts say about your gut health?
Consider these 4 things:
1. Frequency: 5-15 farts/day is normal.
2. Odor: Mild is OK, rancid might indicate diet or digestive issues.
3. Consistency: Hard to push out? Could signal underlying issues.
4. Associated symptoms: Diarrhea, abdominal pain?
Trust your gut and see a doctor if something feels off! #Guthealth #guthealthmatters #healthykids #healthifestyle #antbased #wfpb #precisionnutrition #doctormom #integrativemedicine #womeninmedicine #function almedicinedoc #functionalmedicine #lifestylemedicine #lifestylemedicinedoctor #precisionmedicine #guthealth #guthealthmatters #gastroenterologist #pediatricgastroenterologist #guthealthy #wfpb #integrativemedicine #foodasmedicine #plantbased #microbiome #gutmicrobiome #gastroenterology
What is Gastritis and what causes it???
1️⃣ Causes: Excessive alcohol, NSAIDs, H. pylori, stress, autoimmune diseases.
2️⃣ Symptoms: Abdominal pain, nausea, indigestion, bloating, loss of appetite.
3️⃣ Dietary adjustments: Avoid spicy, acidic, fatty foods; opt for smaller, frequent meals.
4️⃣ Medical treatment: Antibiotics for H. pylori, PPIs, lifestyle changes. Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist. #Gastritis #HealthTips
🌈 Ever wonder what the color of your poo says about your gut health?
- 💩 Most colors are normal: brown, yellow, and green.
- ⚠️ Watch out for:
- Dark, maroon, or tarry stools = upper GI bleeding.
- Bright red stools = lower GI bleed.
- Clay-colored stools = liver issues.
- 🩺 Always consult your doctor if you notice any unusual colors! #GutHealth #ListenToYourBody
Trying to lose weight? 🏋️♀️ Here’s how your gut can help! Think of your gut as a bustling community of tiny microbes. 🦠
When there’s an unbalance in these microbes it can mess with metabolism and lead to weight gain.
But a healthy one can promote metabolism & aid weight loss. How do we do this?
By eating a variety of foods that are high in fiber we can keep those microbes happy and diverse! 🥦🥕 #HealthyGut #WeightLossTips
“Here’s why I steer clear of Ensure or PediaSure for kids:
1. Kids should be growing on an age-appropriate diet. If not, it’s time to see a gastroenterologist.
2. Nutritional supplementation can hinder their ability to eat a balanced diet, making them less likely to try new foods.
3. While necessary for some, these drinks are high in calories, potentially leading to excessive weight gain in most kids.
4. Using them as a reward for not eating sends the wrong message. Talk to your doctor, but these are my thoughts. #HealthyKids #Nutrition”
