The liver is one of our most important organs and is often overlooked as part of digestive health. It produces bile to help us break down fats and alcohol. It is responsible for processing everything that has been absorbed as part of digestion. The liver is the only...
Digestive Health
All about probiotics
Probiotics are live microorganisms (or "good bacteria") that aid your digestive processes and help your digestive organs function optimally. We often think of bacteria in a negative light—but you need these bacteria in order to properly break down the foods you eat....
Leaky gut
Leaky gut is the very unflattering name given to a digestive disorder that can cause a lot of health issues for its sufferers. I prefer to refer to it as ‘digestive hyper-permeability’ and explain that it is an inflammation of the digestive tract. It is a condition I...
Why everyone should keep apple cider vinegar in their pantry
Apple cider vinegar is something that I find myself discussing with patients on a daily basis as it has so many health benefiting effects. Primarily I prescribe it as a digestive and liver aid in patients with digestive issues but it can be used for so many more...
Home remedies for bloating
Bloating is one of the most common symptoms that my patients complain of. As a follow up to my last blog which discussed the most common causes of bloating, this blog discusses some natural treatment options that you can try at home. Bloating is uncomfortable, painful...
The most common causes of bloating
Bloating is one of the most common complaints that I hear from my patients. Many people seem to think that discomfort, feeling sluggish and bloating is a normal part of everyday life. However, this is definitely not the case. Bloating is a sign that your digestive...