Curious about the role of prebiotics, probiotics, or digestive enzymes in maintaining #guthealth? Check out the piece I wrote for @WeAreAgeist!
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No better time to schedule that office visit or procedure you've been putting off due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Watch the video; let me explain all of the safety measures we have taken to keep you healthy and prevent further delays in necessary care:
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Delays in routine screening due to COVID are estimated to cause an excess of 10,000 preventable cancer deaths over the next decade. Colon and breast top the list. Don’t delay your screening, people! https://t.co/eZdDT44PmH
COVID 19 can present with digestive symptoms! Anorexia (loss of appetite) appears to be the most common (in up to 70-80% of patients), but diarrhea, nausea and vomiting can also occur in roughly 30%. Somewhat… https://t.co/Q4SFumgFTC
Trust. Your. Gut! Yes, this is as bad as it seems. And it will get worse before it gets better. But this will eventually pass! Your healthcare providers are risking their lives on the frontlines. Stay home - it is… https://t.co/r62E4snYqv
I appreciate you too! The most meaningful parts of my day revolve around the happiness my patients experience as we work to regain control over their conditions; together as a team! @ Seattle, Washington https://t.co/3DTaFQ6FlW
This is why I chose medicine, and why medicine chose me...This absolutely warmed my heart this morning and is a reminder why even when days are difficult, perspective is everything. @ Seattle, Washington https://t.co/Vrbq06ZfSV
Should I be taking #probiotics? And what about #prebiotics? What’s the difference?
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PRObiotics: bacteria ingested directly in pill or food intended to populate your intestines with “good” bacteria
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PREbiotics:… https://t.co/VgjfltnhdU
Do I have a food allergy?
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I often get this question from my patients, and there’s a lot of confusion around food allergy vs sensitivity.
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An allergy is an abnormal immune-mediated reaction to a food… https://t.co/UryvMqCUdN
“My tummy hurts” - when should I see a doctor? Abdominal #pain can come in all shapes and sizes. Often, pain can be associated w/ other symptoms. However, ANY persistent or unexplained pain warrants medical evaluation.
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