Suffering with IBS? This Type of CBT Tailored Specifically for IBS May be Most Effective, Study Says
Razi Berry Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting 10 – 20 percent of people. Abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits significantly affect patients’ quality of life and can force them to take days off work. CBT tailored specifically for IBS via teletherapy or interactive website is more effective in relieving […]
Is Raw Food Safe for Pets?
Dr. Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT Feeding your pet whole foods is a great way to avoid the mysterious and possibly dangerous ingredients that find their way into commercial pet food. Many pet parents opt for raw or home cooked diets to feed their furry friend wholesome foods. Unfortunately, raw food may cause just […]
Hypnotherapy May be Treatment Option for IBS Patients
Razi Berry A recent study suggests that gut-directed hypnotherapy may serve as an effective new treatment option for individuals suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).1 The study also suggests that group or individual sessions offer benefits, and this may be a new option in primary and secondary care. What is IBS? IBS is a common […]
Do You have a Food Allergy, Food Sensitivity or Food Intolerance?
Pamela Frank, BSc(Hons), ND Food Allergy Definition A food allergy is an inappropriate immune system response to a food that can be determined by the production of antibodies to the food. The commonly accepted definition of food allergies, involves more specifically the production of IgE antibodies to foods. These are also called Type I immediate […]
The Autoimmune Diet Protocol
Dr. Sarah Zadek (King), ND Autoimmune diseases are those in which an individual’s immune system attacks its own cells or tissues under the belief they are invaders. These disorders often arise from imbalances in our T-helper cells, specifically Th1, Th2, and more recently noted, Th17 cells.1 Increased stimulation of one type of T helper cell versus […]
Finding the Cause of Gastric Distress
Cheryl Hamilton, NMD Do you experience abdominal discomfort, gas and bloating after you eat? Do you go longer than 24 hours between bowel movements? Are your stools hard to pass and pebble-like? Do your bowel movements alternate between diarrhea and constipation? If so, then read on because you don’t have to suffer. There are many […]
Everyone Passes Gas
Dr. Peter Swanz, ND, FHANP Some patients are rattled during their first Naturopathic visit when asked questions about their digestion and bowel habits. Most patients loosen up and eventually share the information that is pertinent to their holistic health picture. I have observed that when a couple is sitting in my office together, the conversation […]