Gluten intolerance is basically when your body doesn’t feel great after you eat gluten. Gluten is a protein found in foods like wheat, barley, and rye, so things like roti, bread, pasta, biscuits, all the usual stuff. For some people, eating these can lead to bloating, stomach pain, gas, or just that heavy, uncomfortable feeling.And…
The consumption of fried foods with high fat content and strong spices and heavy seasonings, will cause stomach emptying to become slower while it damages the upper gut lining, which results in bloating and discomfort. The symptoms of functional dyspepsia and gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying) include early fullness, upper belly pain and abdominal bloating, which…
We all know how bad breath can be embarrassing at times. In most cases, it is associated with oral or dental hygiene. But emerging studies are revealing something more concerning and life-threatening. Bad mouth odor is associated with one the most rising forms of cancers- colon cancer. Recently, Florida-based gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab (@thestomachdoc), shared…
Gut health can be talked about, of course, in relation to food, but liquids have a crucial role to play here as well. Liquids enter our body quickly, impacting our gut lining and the trillions of microorganisms present there. Many liquids can either fortify healthy bacteria or trigger unhealthy conditions. A Harvard-trained AIIMS gastroenterologist, Dr…
Heartburn strikes with that sharp chest burn after eating, leaving many desperate for relief. It is most commonly caused by-stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). Folks swear by vinegar-based fixes like mustard, apple cider vinegar, or pickle juice, claiming instant calm. Florida gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab-recently explained why these help some people…
That queasy and upsetting feeling in your stomach can sneak up anytime, whether from a rough car ride, a heavy meal, or just one of those off-days. It throws everything out of whack, making even simple tasks feel tough. Dr. Wendi-a gastroenterologist trained at Stanford, has a neat trick that’s grounded in how-our bodies work….
The way you start your morning can influence your gut to a great extent, says Dr Saurabh Sethi, a stomach expert trained at Harvard. Several normal breakfast habits, like excessive sugar intake or drinking coffee without eating anything, may look as if they are okay, but, in fact, they can worsen your digestion. Such mistakes…
Most people end their day without really thinking about what dinner does to their gut and liver. By night your system is already tired from the day, so the food you give it makes a big difference. A calm, steady dinner can leave your gut feeling lighter the next morning, while a heavy or oily…
Gut and liver health sit at the core of overall well-being. The gut is home to trillions of microbes that influence digestion, immunity, inflammation and even mood, while the liver plays a central role in detoxification, fat metabolism and blood sugar regulation. According to Harvard and AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi, dietary choices can make…
Night sweats can soak one’s sheets and pajamas completely. They wake you up drenched without hot weather, or infections present. Dr Joseph says that these occur due to Cancer cells that release chemicals that mess with body temperature. This causes chills and fever-like sweats at night. Tumors grow and inflame nearby tissues as time passes….