Digestive Health Archives

Ask Dr. Etingin: Complications of diverticulosis; Bunion surgery; Leaky gut syndrome

Aug 8, 2022 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Digestive Health

I have been diagnosed with diverticulosis. Can this condition cause serious complications? Diverticulosis develops in weak areas along the walls of the colon and is characterized by tiny sacs—diverticula—that bulge through these weak spots. Low-fiber diets, physical inactivity, and obesity are associated with diverticulosis. Most people with diverticulosis don’t suffer … Read More

Ask the Experts: Anesthesia Risks; Well Water Safety; Difficult Colon Polyps

Jul 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Digestive Health

I’m considering having elective surgery— however, I’m wondering if my obstructive sleep apnea presents any risk given I will need to have general anesthesia? People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who have general anesthesia do have a slightly increased risk of postoperative respiratory complications. OSA occurs when the muscles in … Read More

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Affects Many Older Adults

Jul 20, 2022 · Kate Brophy · Digestive Health

If you frequently suffer from abdominal pain and cramping, along with bouts of constipation and diarrhea, it’s possible you may have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Up to 40 million Americans are believed to have the condition, which is thought to stem from an overly sensitive colon that can’t cope with … Read More

Ask the Doctor: August 2022

Jul 20, 2022 · JonathanWanagat · Digestive Health

Q. I haven’t heard about screenings for hepatits C lately. Are they still recommended? A. As of 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says hepatitis C screenings are recommended for all adults ages 18 and older at least once in a lifetime. According to the CDC, four … Read More

Foods to Fight Constipation

Jul 18, 2022 · Matthew Kadey · Digestive Health

If you’ve been feeling a little backed up, you’re not alone. Constipation is one of the leading gastrointestinal complaints in America—about 63 million people in the United States experience the condition, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Chances are most of us have … Read More

Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Growing Health Concern

Jun 20, 2022 · Dawn Bialy · Digestive Health

If you’ve never heard of a condition called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), it’s not surprising—it rarely causes symptoms, and it’s not a condition that shows up in routine physical examinations or blood work. But concerns about NAFLD are growing since experts have learned that it’s a risk factor for … Read More

Repeat Hernia Repair Surgery is Common

Jun 20, 2022 · Kate Brophy · Digestive Health

More than 1 million hernia repair surgeries are performed each year in the United States, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). But according to a research letter published March 1 in the Journal of the American Medical Association, many people undergoing hernia repair eventually experience a recurrence … Read More

News about Nootropics

Jun 20, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Digestive Health

[caption id="attachment_141522" align="alignleft" width="300"] © Sean Gladwell | Getty ImagesNootropics are associated with cognitive benefit.[/caption] If you aren’t familiar with the term nootropic, you can expect to hear it more in the coming years. Nootropics are substances that exert a beneficial effect on a person’s brain function, specifically in healthy … Read More

What is the Microbiome? Flaxseed Benefits

Jun 20, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Digestive Health

Q. What is the microbiome? A. The short answer here is that a microbiome is a collection or community of microorganisms living together in a shared [caption id="attachment_141517" align="alignright" width="300"] Gut microbiome in human body. Intestine microbiota with healthy probiotic bacteria in magnifier. Flat abstract medicine illustration of microbiology checkup.[/caption] … Read More

Best Foods for Gut Health

May 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Digestive Health

[caption id="attachment_141267" align="alignleft" width="300"] © piotr_malczyk | Getty ImagesAim for plenty of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables and avoid overly processed foods to help support your gut.[/caption] A healthy gut can help reduce your risk of diseases, like colon polyps, colon cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease. Here are some of … Read More

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