Gastro Girl Blog
A collection of helpful articles curated and written by Gastro Girl.
August 4, 2021
How Your Health Can Be Harmed By High-Fructose Corn Syrup
Processed and fast foods can contain a variety of ingredients that improve taste and extend shelf life. In this article we will discuss one ingredient in particular because of its potential connection to gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. This ingredient is high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). To help explain the potential connection between HFCS and GI conditions, Gastroenterologist Dr. David Johnson joined us on the Gastro Girl podcast to discuss his recently-published article.
February 26, 2021
From AFAP Diagnosis to Advocacy: Survivor of a Rare GI Cancer Shares His Story
Dan Shockley was diagnosed with AFAP in 2012 after a routine colonoscopy revealed over 100 polyps. AFAP is a hereditary cancer syndrome that causes multiple polyps (or abnormal growths) to form on the inner walls of the colon and rectum. Learn more about Dan Shockley’s story and the rare disease AFAP.
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