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The Biome Kitchen Makes The Best Nutritionists in Philadelphia List!
The goal of this organization is to connect people with the best local experts. The Biome Kitchen made it into the final 19 of 332 scored Philadelphia Nutritionists. What an honor! Three hundred and thirty-two nutritionists were reviews, 206 were then curated and 19 made the top picks. Criteria were based on Availability: Consistently approachable …
Three Updates in Celiac Disease from The AGA
AMERICAN GASTROENTEROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION (AGA) Tennyson, C.A. ., Semrad C.E., Gastro Bites, Celiac Disease Update. AGA Lunch and Learn, September 22, 2021. The AGA has come out with three updates for celiac disease regarding prevalence, symptoms and diagnoses. PREVALENCE: Celiac Disease occurs in about 1% of the population worldwide. This incidence is higher in Sweden and …
Psychological Wellness & Severity of IBS
A study recently published in July 2021 in The American Journal of Gastroenterology showed the cumulative effects of psychological co-morbidities on IBS disease behavior. From 807 participants with IBS Rome IV criteria, who were followed for a year, the more psychological issues which were experienced the more severe IBS symptoms were. Almost 70% of the …
Summertime GF Peach Crisp
What makes this recipe delicious is the all natural ripe and juicy peaches. They are so sweet right now- they do NOT need any extra flavor- no flour- no cinnamon-no sugar- nope! Just the peaches and of course a GF lactose free crunchy topping. This warm dessert is fabulous cooled down and paired with a …
SIBO and Functional Dyspepsia
A new study found that there may be an association between Functional Dyspepsia (FD) and Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). Functional dyspepsia can be defined as non-ulcer stomach pain. Studies show increased incidence of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) in patients with Functional Dyspepsia. Proton Pump Inhibitors are used in FD as they impair the …
WHAT CAN I EAT WITH DIARRHEA?
Suddenly you are rushing to the toilet with no time to spare- and if you make it, you just have to sit and let go… sound familiar? Everyone has experienced diarrhea in their lives whether it is from a food infection or intolerance , or tummy bug or for other medical reasons. The fact is, …
The Elemental Diet & SIBO
The Elemental Diet can be used in cases of Small Intestinal Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO as a diet which helps to decrease bacterial overload in the small intestine. SIBO is defined as an overgrowth of bacteria and archaea in the small intestine where they do not belon. Symptoms of SIBO can include bloating, diarrhea, constipation and …
Low FODMAP Facts : Soluble vs Insoluble Fiber
The Mayo Clinic describes fiber as “ Fiber is commonly classified as soluble, which dissolves in water, or insoluble, which doesn’t dissolve.” Soluble fiber. Soluble fibers dissolve and form a gel like consistency- Because soluble fibers are not absorbed, they can provide bulk and smoothness to stool. They can help lower LDL blood cholesterol and control …
Claim Your Right To A Good Night Sleep!
Often we think diet and exercise are the pillars to health. But another and often the foundation of health is actually sleep. 1 in 3 people don’t get enough sleep. Without good sleep we do not eat well- craving carbs and sweets and we are not rested for optimal exercise. To prioritize sleep we need …