Gastro Girl Blog
A collection of helpful articles curated and written by Gastro Girl.
June 24, 2023
Let’s talk about your IBS-C symptoms
Since there are different underlying causes of IBS-C, there is no single treatment approach that is right for everyone. This form will help you and your healthcare provider determine whether your current treatment is right for you, or if it makes sense to try a different approach.
June 24, 2023
The Low FODMAP Diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Not sure what the low FODMAP diet is or if it is right for you? Get the evidence-based information you need to know before trying this approach from instructor Emily Haller, MS, RDN
June 24, 2023
Stress and Your Gut: Why it Matters in Digestive Conditions
In this FREE WEBINAR, Megan Riehl, PsyD, MA, explains: Why the brain-gut axis matters in GI conditions, how to calm your stomach during times of stress, which digestive conditions respond well to improvements in stress management and more!
June 24, 2023
The Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing
In this FREE WEBINAR, Megan Riehl, PsyD, MA, explains the benefits of diaphragmatic breathing for lowering stress and reducing unpleasant GI symptoms
June 23, 2023
Consumption of 2 Green Kiwifruits Daily Improves Constipation and Abdominal Comfort — Results of an International Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial
Consumption of green kiwifruit is known to relieve constipation. Previous studies have also reported improvements in gastrointestinal (GI) comfort. We investigated the effect of consuming green kiwifruit on GI function and comfort.
June 23, 2023
What You Should Know About Constipation
Let’s face it, constipation is uncomfortable. Constipation not only causes physical discomfort, but it can also be uncomfortable to talk about. To help get the conversation on constipation going, we recently had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Darren M. Brenner on the Gastro Girl Podcast. Read on for more information about the symptoms and causes of constipation, and learn what you can do about it!
April 24, 2023
Irritable Bowel Syndrome 101: For Patients and Their Families
In this FREE WEBINAR, GI Psychologist Sarah Ballou, PhD, will explain what IBS is, what causes symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, gas, and bloating, and how dietary and/or psychological therapies may help you manage those symptoms.
April 24, 2023
If you are suffering with constipation, could it be IBS-C? How would you know?
Do you have constipation that keeps coming back? Is it possible that you have other symptoms that you may not realize could be related to your constipation? Certain symptoms you may be experiencing could be pointing to a condition called IBS-C, or irritable bowel syndrome with constipation.
March 1, 2023
Let’s Talk About Constipation: How Long, How Many, How Much
Do you have constipation? Did you know that constipation can sometimes be the sign of something deeper, like IBS-C (Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation). This article will provide some key information about constipation and related symptoms that can help you facilitate a conversation with your doctor or specialist.
October 26, 2020
Green Kiwifruit May Provide Relief for Patients with Chronic Constipation Especially if Psyllium or Prunes Cause Pain, Cramping or Bloating
Oral 5 Randomized, Comparative Effectiveness Trial of Green Kiwifruit, Psyllium, or Prunes in U.S. Patients with Chronic Constipation
July 30, 2018
Colorectal Cancer Screenings Increase, But Still Below CDC Target
A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that was published in Preventing Chronic Disease reported that although colorectal cancer screening rates have increased, these screenings are are still below CDC targets.
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