Ever wondered why stress seems to affect your digestion? Or why certain diets might leave you feeling more on edge? The secret might lie within your gut. Our gut microbiome, a diverse ecosystem of microorganisms residing in our digestive tract, plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being. It’s not just about breaking down food; […]
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You had a surgery that was supposed to be a sure way to lose weight. Yet, you don’t see the scale budge as quickly as you would like, or it has stopped moving altogether. Weight loss plateaus and slow weight loss can lead to frustration and guilt after surgery. Self-doubt can start to creep in,
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Many people often assume weight loss can be achieved by eating less, exercising more, and willpower. Turns out- weight management is much more complicated than this simple and outdated energy equation. The stress response has a huge impact on our overall energy state. Stress hormones can negatively impact gut function, negatively impact blood sugar regulation,
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That’s right ladies, many cultures and traditions around the world, including ancient yoga practices, depict the vagina as the gateway to the universe. From the vagina, all human life is born. Ahhh, now doesn’t that feel good. Your vagina is extraordinary, and without it, no new babies could be made or born. The vagina is life-giving,
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Tips for choosing the right bariatric operation for you. Consider a day in the life of someone with a sleeve and with a gastric bypass long term. Talk to people who have had WLS surgery. Consider your metabolic risk factors. A gastric bypass affords the best chance at curing type 2 diabetes however also affords
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You may have heard the term “leaky gut” blamed for just about everything from weight gain to eczema to depression. Medical professionals call this condition increased intestinal permeability, but what is it, and how do you know if you have it? The gut is a very complex system, and we’re still learning how it influences
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t’s nighttime, and you are ready to relax and lay down in bed when a familiar sensation comes crawling up your throat.The symptoms of acid reflux can include heartburn, throat burning, cough, chest pain, change of voice, and stomach pain. There may even be regurgitation when lying flat or bending over. The cause of acid
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Acid reflux is a common complaint both before and after weight loss surgery. You may see the acronym GERD used in your medical record (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Often, the main treatment for severe reflux is having bypass surgery done. While surgery is used as a treatment for reflux, it can also be a cause of
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It’s a warm, humid evening as you make your way down a cobblestone street. There are no vehicles allowed in the city, and you are tired from walking all day. The smell of basil, cinnamon, and black pepper gently blows down the street and greets you as you approach a sign so small you almost
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What goes up must come down. But what about your weight? Yo-yo dieting and restrictive eating can have major consequences on the body. The word “diet” is an ancient word with Latin and Greek roots meaning “way of living.” However, in modern times the term now describes an act of self-deprivation. It is skipping meals,
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