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How Does Diet Affect IBD?

How Does Diet Affect IBD?

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the umbrella term for two conditions that affect the gastrointestinal tract: Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These conditions are chronic, meaning they don’t have a cure, and symptoms may go dormant or come on again in...

The Importance of Annual Physicals as an Adult

The Importance of Annual Physicals as an Adult

It’s tax season, and the start of a new quarter. Though you may have ensured your finances, work goals, and summer plans are buttoned up so far this year, have you included your annual physical on the checklist of important things to take care of?  Meeting with...

How to Help Your Family Fight Spring Allergies

How to Help Your Family Fight Spring Allergies

At best, allergy symptoms can be a nuisance. At worst, they can leave you feeling miserable and upend your daily routine. Spring allergies are typically caused by pollen or mold and can trigger symptoms like runny nose, eye irritation, coughing, and an itchy...

Gastroenterology 101

Gastroenterology 101

Primary care physicians can treat and diagnose a broad range of conditions. Sometimes, further testing and treatment for certain symptoms may be needed, in which case they may refer you to a specialist.  Gastroenterology is a medical specialty that deals with the...

Heart Health Basics

Heart Health Basics

The heart works constantly, making it among the body’s most important organs. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most commonly affected by disease. Cardiovascular disease, which is the umbrella term for all of the conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels,...

Nutritional Advice for Young Adults

Nutritional Advice for Young Adults

A nutrient-rich diet can benefit your health at any age, but it’s especially important for young adults. Through adolescence and the years that directly follow, the body and brain are rapidly growing and developing, requiring a consistent volume of healthy fuel. Here...

Thyroid Health and Thyroid Awareness Month

Thyroid Health and Thyroid Awareness Month

The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland situated at the front of the neck, just below the skin. It plays an important role in the endocrine system, which releases hormones that help to maintain many of your body’s functions.  In honor of National Thyroid...

Keep Your Family Healthy This Holiday Season

Keep Your Family Healthy This Holiday Season

The holiday season can be the happiest time of year, but unfortunately, it’s also one of the worst times for our health. From cold and flu viruses to weather that keeps us indoors, there are many factors that can compromise our wellness. Fortunately, there’s also a...

Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Diabetes is a condition that affects how much sugar is in the bloodstream. Typically, food is broken down into a sugar, glucose, which is then released into the bloodstream. The resulting rise in blood sugar then triggers the pancreas to release insulin, which allows...