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Butyrate for Gut Health
Dec 25, 2024 - Eliana Oberman
Butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid, is produced when gut bacteria ferment dietary fiber in the large intestine. While small amounts are naturally present in foods like butter, supplements such as sodium butyrate and calcium butyrate contain a chemically modified form called butyric acid. When and Where is Butyrate Produced? When healthy gut microbiota in the […]
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Taking Control of Your Care: The Power of Asking Questions
Dec 18, 2024- Michelle Pickens
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Taking Control of Your Care: The Power of Asking Questions
Dec 18, 2024- Michelle Pickens
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Guide to IBS and Diarrhea
Dec 4, 2024 - Eliana Oberman
IBS-related diarrhea (IBS-D) is a form of irritable bowel syndrome that involves recurring abdominal pain and frequent, loose bowel movements. Triggers for IBS-D include stress, hormonal fluctuations, infections, certain medications, and specific foods like spicy dishes. IBS affects 10–20% of the American population, with about one-third experiencing the IBS-D subtype. This condition leads to discomfort […]
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Intestinal Cramps and Abdominal Pain in Ulcerative Colitis
Nov 7, 2024- Eliana Oberman
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