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The Small and Large Intestines: Critical in Digestion
Digestion is an essential process as it allows the body to extract nutrients from food and beverages as they are broken down into smaller...
anoushkapandit
Oct 45 min read


Why Biomarker Testing and Mutation Identification Are Crucial in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Treatment
Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) represent a rare form of soft tissue sarcoma that arises predominantly in the stomach or small...
Michelle Karth
Sep 135 min read


The Burning Truth: Exploring Frequent Stomach Discomfort
The Burning Truth: Exploring Frequent Stomach Discomfort by Catherina Pascale Abstract A frequent burning sensation in the stomach is a...
Caterina Pascale
Sep 127 min read


Saving Lives with Stool: The Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT)
Conceptual illustration of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). Adapted from Adobe Stock (n.d.). Introduction We often think of stool...
samiha hossain
Sep 103 min read


Inguinal Hernia: A Comprehensive Review of Anatomy, Clinical Features, and Surgical Management
By: Nesredin Hassen Yesuf LinkedIn | Email Introduction Inguinal hernias represent a significant global health burden, particularly...
Nesredin Hassen Yesuf
Sep 65 min read


Micronutrient Malabsorption: A Hidden Link Between Gut Health and Chronic Fatigue
Introduction Fatigue is one of the most common complaints in primary care, yet its underlying causes can be elusive (Davis & Walsh,...
Elizabeth Adeolu
Sep 53 min read


Is it safe to have probiotics when pregnant? Practical tips
Image by StockSnap from Pixabay Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it can also come with lots of questions, especially about what’s safe...
Preeti Prangya Panda
Sep 36 min read


Appendicitis
Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a narrow, finger-like organ located in the lower right part of the...
Mandeep Dhaliwal RN, BSN
Aug 303 min read


Healing from the Inside Out: The Microbiome Gut-Brain-Axis and Minority Mental Health
Introduction: Most people are unaware of the intricate connection between the gut and brain, known as the gut-brain axis (also referred...
Rachelle DiMedia
Jul 2840 min read
The Influence of the Gut Microbiome on the Efficacy of Cancer Immunotherapy
Cancer immunotherapy has been groundbreaking in treating cancer by helping the immune system target and eliminate cancer cells. However,...
Tebogo Joyce
Jul 173 min read


The Alarming Rise of Colon Cancer in People Under 50
Infographic edited by Kafayat Yusuf. Designed with assistance from OpenAI’s DALL·E. When we think of colon cancer, it is often seen as a...
Kafayat Yusuf
Jul 123 min read


Why a Colonoscopy Is Important and Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Have One
Image found in media by Wix Colonoscopies: Don’t Procrastinate With A Test That Could Save Your Life You just turned 50 and go to your...
Rachelle DiMedia
Jul 119 min read


Good Microbiome: A sign of ‘healthy aging’
The microbiome is a community of microorganisms inhabiting a specific environment. Microorganisms living inside gut make up a gut...
yizhuoz5
Jul 85 min read


Beyond the Label: How the Gut, Brain, and Biology Are Transforming Autism Science
Image from: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog/the-autism-spectrum-explained/ From folate and food to gene therapy and diagnostics, a...
Najma Hussein
Jun 246 min read


Need a Colonoscopy?
5 Tips for Successful Colonoscopy Procedure Prepping Colonoscopy Prepping Most will agree, the colonoscopy procedure itself is...
Mary Johnson
Jun 235 min read


Ryeqo- The Solution to Endo?
Relugolix-estradiol-norethisterone, short name Ryeqo, has recently been approved by the FDA for use in the NHS as a treatment for...
manuelladanso
Jun 92 min read


Hemorrhoids: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Hemorrhoids, a condition also referred to as “piles”, is one of the most common conditions of the lower part of the gastrointestinal...
Siphosami Ndala
Jun 86 min read


Fasting and Your Body: The Evidence-Based Health Benefits
Did you know that our ancestors were fasting unintentionally and didn't follow the modern routine of eating three large meals daily,...
Awab Abdulhmaid
May 15 min read


The Silent Conversation: How The Gut Microbiome Influences Mental Health
In recent years, scientists have uncovered a fascinating connection between two seemingly unrelated systems in the human body: the gut...
Marta Cappelletti
Apr 253 min read


IBS and Mental Health: The Gut-Brain Connection You Need to Know
Did you know that up to 60% of people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) also experience anxiety, stress, or depression?
Awab Abdulhmaid
Mar 146 min read
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