

By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Shibboleth: noun. A belief or custom that is not now considered as important and correct as it was in the past. I addressed a common nutritional shibboleth recently, which holds that dietary fat intake is responsible for raising triglycerides (actually, it’s carbs). Another shibboleth…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I lost 10 pounds last year after a bout of food poisoning. I was treated for SIBO, included more animal protein, and slowly added more carbs back into my diet, but I still have not gained the weight back….read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I have recently been diagnosed with diverticulosis, and I am researching which foods to avoid and which to eat. However, I’m getting conflicting information. Can you provide some guidance? A: Diverticulosis is very common, especially in those over the…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Eric Morgan
Diarrhea, the runs, GI distress. They’ve earned a medical designation: IBS-D. Tens of millions suffer from it. Learn about the possible causes, and an ingenious natural solution, in the following article from our friends at Medtrition. —Dr. Hoffman This article contains…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Gina Haynie
Here’s an article from our friends at Future Pharm on what I consider one of nature’s superfoods: Oregano. You’re sure to want to add it to your personal wellness portfolio! —Dr. Ronald Hoffman This article contains sponsored content …read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: My sister, who is in her mid-sixties, has been treating her acid reflux with Nexium for years. Her new doctor would like her to go off Nexium. I’ve heard you talk about how difficult that can be. What are…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Celine Torres-Moon
Learn about some novel ingredients for GI health from my good colleagues at Protocol for Life Balance. Their formulas are backed by the latest science. —Dr. Ronald Hoffman This article contains content from one of our trusted sponsors, Protocol for…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Last week, I began my recap of the best Intelligent Medicine podcasts of the year, highlighting topics ranging from childhood illness to DNA testing kits! This week, I’m finishing up our yearly Top Ten with five more picks for you to enjoy before the…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I find that periodically, I suffer bouts of constipation. I’ve had a hard time pinpointing what might be at the root of it. Can you share some of the common causes of constipation, and what can be done to…read more
Categories: Digestive Health
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