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Understanding SIBO: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Strategies

Understanding SIBO: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Strategies

By Erin Peisach On November 15, 2018 · 1 Comment · In Articles, SIBO
Small intestine bacterial overgrowth, also known as SIBO, is a complicated condition that can be difficult to both identify and treat.  This article reviews the basics of SIBO including signs and symptoms, causes and associated conditions, as well as strategies for diagnosis and treatment.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Support (GERD)

By Erin Peisach On September 15, 2018 · Add Comment · In
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The Gastroparesis Nutrition Plan

By nutritionbyerin On May 14, 2018 · 1 Comment · In Articles, GERD & Acid Reflux
Gastroparesis is a condition in which the food in your stomach empties at a delayed rate. This can cause uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms and even lead to malnutrition. While there are medical treatment options, diet is typically the most effective way to manage symptoms. This article reviews the best dietary practices for managing gastroparesis.
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Cheese 101: History, Types & Dietary Pros and Cons

Cheese 101: History, Types & Dietary Pros and Cons

By Erin Peisach On February 23, 2018 · Add Comment · In Articles, Hot Topics, Nutrition 101
Cheese has a long history as being an important part of the human diet throughout many cultures.  Recently cheese has gotten some negative press and is shunned by many popular diets  like Paleo, Whole30, and vegan.  This article talks all about cheese including the history, manufacturing, and dietary pros and cons so you can decide if it’s truly friend or foe.
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4 Common Signs of Poor Digestion

4 Common Signs of Poor Digestion and How to Treat Them Naturally

By nutritionbyerin On May 2, 2017 · 1 Comment · In Articles, Irritable bowel syndrome
Digestive issues can be very unsettling and often includes symptoms like bloating, diarrhea and constipation. This article review 4 common signs of poor digestion and how to improve digestion naturally.
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What Should I Do If I Have Candida Overgrowth?

What Should I Do If I Have Candida Overgrowth?

By nutritionbyerin On March 6, 2017 · 2 Comments · In Articles, Hot Topics
Candidiasis is challenging to diagnose and treat. This article explains the causes of Candida overgrowth and the steps you can take to get it under control.
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Hypochlorhydria: Symptoms, Causes and Management Tips

By nutritionbyerin On March 1, 2017 · 4 Comments · In Articles, GERD & Acid Reflux
This blog post is all about stomach acid, more specifically when we don’t have enough of it, a condition called hypochlorhydria (hypo=low, chlorhydria= hydrochloride, or stomach acid). This blog answers the question, "What the heck is hypochlorhydria?" and will also tell you how to identify and manage it.
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THE TOP 5 SIBO DIETS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

By Erin Peisach On August 10, 2020 · Add Comment · In Articles, SIBO
It can be a challenge to figure out the right diet for Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) with the array of conflicting advice online. n this article you’ll learn about the five most popular diets for SIBO, and review the pros, cons, and available supporting evidence.
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THE TOP 5 SIBO DIETS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

By Erin Peisach On March 1, 2019 · Add Comment · In Articles, SIBO
It can be a challenge to figure out the right diet for Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) with the array of conflicting advice online. n this article you’ll learn about the five most popular diets for SIBO, and review the pros, cons, and available supporting evidence.
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Resistant Starch

Resistant Starch: What Is It & Can It Help?

By nutritionbyerin On November 9, 2017 · 2 Comments · In Articles, Hot Topics, Nutrition 101, Supplements
In the world of carbohydrates, not all are created equal. One type of carbohydrate that offers health benefits and digestive support is resistant starch. This article reviews resistant starch to help you find out if it's something you should be eating more!
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Do I Have Fructose Intolerance?

By nutritionbyerin On November 30, 2016 · Add Comment · In Articles, Food allergies, sensitivities & intolerances, Irritable bowel syndrome
There is common awareness of the term "lactose intolerance," however most are unfamiliar with other types of food intolerances. Sucrose, fructose and various food chemicals like nitrates/nitrites, salicylates and benzoates are less commonly known food intolerances one may suffer from. This article will specifically focus on fructose intolerance.
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How to Choose the Right Digestive Enzymes for Relief

By Erin Peisach On August 19, 2020 · Add Comment · In Uncategorized
Digestion Overview Food breaks down into small particles for the body to use for all of its functions. Food that does not break down properly can cause bloating, gas, belching, flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, and abdominal distension. Digestive enzymes can assist the body in breaking down food. This article will help you understand digestive enzyme [...]
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How to Choose the Right Digestive Enzymes for Relief

How to Choose the Right Digestive Enzymes for Relief

By Erin Peisach On May 22, 2019 · Add Comment · In Articles, Food allergies, sensitivities & intolerances, Supplements, Uncategorized
Food breaks down into small particles for the body to use for all of its functions. Food that does not break down properly can cause bloating, gas, belching, flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, and abdominal distension. Digestive enzymes can assist the body in breaking down food. This article will help you understand digestive enzyme product labels [...]
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Digestive Problems Nutrition Treatment

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How to Follow a Vegan Low FODMAP Diet

How to Follow a Vegan Low FODMAP Diet

By nutritionbyerin On August 15, 2018 · Add Comment · In Articles, FODMAP Diet
Read on to learn about the vegan low FODMAP diet so you can find enough delicious food to eat while meeting your nutrient-needs on this restrictive eating plan.
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Hemorrhoids: Treatment & Prevention Strategies

Hemorrhoids: Treatment & Prevention Strategies

By nutritionbyerin On August 3, 2018 · Add Comment · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), Irritable bowel syndrome
Hemorrhoids are a common problem causing pain, itching and bleeding in the rectum and/or anus. While they often resolve on their own, many seek medical or home-remedies to improve their hemorrhoids quicker. This article reviews hemorrhoid treatment options so you can decide the best option for you.
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What You Need To Know About Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT)

By nutritionbyerin On July 26, 2018 · Add Comment · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), Hot Topics, Irritable bowel syndrome
A fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) is a procedure where fecal matter, or stool, is collected from a healthy donor and transplanted to a recipient. Its purpose is to replace good bacteria in the colon and help restore the individual back to good health. While it may sound like an extreme approach, FMT provides astonishing results when used appropriately. This article reviews how FMT works, the risks involved, and who may benefit. You’ll also learn about the future applications of this intriguing therapy.
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Do I Have Celiac Disease?

Do I Have Celiac Disease?

By Erin Peisach On November 30, 2017 · 8 Comments · In Articles, Autoimmune Disease, Food allergies, sensitivities & intolerances
Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disease affecting one out of every 100 people worldwide. In CD, eating gluten causes the immune system to attack the cells in the small intestine. Damage to the finger-like microvilli in your intestines prevents the absorption of nutrients, which can lead to further conditions and illnesses. This article is part one in a series of three, providing an overview of CD in addition to symptoms and diagnosis.
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What should I do after reintroducing low fodmap foods?

What Should I Do After Reintroducing Low FODMAP Foods?

By nutritionbyerin On October 11, 2017 · 2 Comments · In Articles, FODMAP Diet
You’ve completed the low FODMAP elimination followed by the reintroduction trials. Now what? The next step involves creating your modified FODMAP diet, which is a personalized maintenance plan to keep your gut healthy and happy for the long term. This article gives you a step by step rundown on developing your modified FODMAP diet.
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Laxatives for Constipation- Which Is Best?

Laxatives for Constipation: Which Is Best?

By nutritionbyerin On September 21, 2017 · 3 Comments · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), Irritable bowel syndrome
Constipation is a condition characterized by fewer bowel movements than normal or difficulty passing stool. Persistent constipation is frustrating, especially when you've already made lifestyle changes to improve your bowel habits. Many people look to laxatives to alleviate the problem, but it can be hard to pick the best, most reliable product for you. This article helps narrow down the best laxative options to relieve constipation.
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Be a pro on probiotics

Supplement Spotlight: Be a Pro on Probiotics

By nutritionbyerin On March 8, 2017 · 6 Comments · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), Irritable bowel syndrome, Supplements
This blog answers all your questions about probiotics: what they are, why they help, and what to look for in a supplement. You’ll also get some key research findings on how probiotics may benefit certain health conditions. Read on to become a pro on probiotics!
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How To Follow A Histamine Elimination Diet

By nutritionbyerin On February 16, 2017 · 4 Comments · In Articles, Food allergies, sensitivities & intolerances
Part 2 of this blog series walks you through the steps involved with implementing a histamine elimination diet and also explains exactly what to eat while you’re on the plan.
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What is the Specific Carbohydrate Diet?

By nutritionbyerin On January 12, 2017 · 35 Comments · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), SIBO
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) is an effective approach for many suffering from inflammatory digestive disorders. However, many people are not comfortable implementing this diet on their own. This article explains the basics of the SCD plan, why it is effective (with research to prove it), and how to start it.
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Reintroducing FODMAP Foods

By nutritionbyerin On December 14, 2016 · 4 Comments · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), FODMAP Diet, GERD & Acid Reflux, Irritable bowel syndrome
There are two distinct phases of the low FODMAP protocol. The first is the elimination phase that may last anywhere from 2 to 8 weeks. The second is the reintroduction phase that may last about 10 weeks. It is vital to understand how to move through each of these phases in order to maximize your experience and results on the low FODMAP diet. For more information on the elimination phase, please see my previous post on Basic FODMAP Training. Today's article will review the reintroduction phase and teach you how to reintroduce foods using a systemized approach.
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Low FODMAP Basic Training

By nutritionbyerin On December 6, 2016 · 17 Comments · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), FODMAP Diet, GERD & Acid Reflux, Irritable bowel syndrome, SIBO
Getting ready to start the low-FODMAP diet for managing digestive symptoms? Here’s a basic training guide. 
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6 Things You Don’t Already Know About Lactose Intolerance

By nutritionbyerin On November 2, 2016 · 12 Comments · In Articles, Food allergies, sensitivities & intolerances, Irritable bowel syndrome
Most of us are pretty aware of the term lactose intolerance as most of us probably struggle with the condition! Lactose, a disaccharide sugar composed of one glucose molecule and one galactose molecule, is found in most dairy products. An intolerance occurs when one experiences an adverse response such as bloating, gas, cramping and diarrhea after consuming lactose.
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Functional Bowel Disorders

By nutritionbyerin On September 14, 2016 · Add Comment · In
Functional bowel disorders (FBD) are a range of chronic or recurrent gastrointestinal symptoms without the diagnosis of other digestive disorders. This include Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and unspecified functional bowel disorder. There are many root causes to these symptoms, but they are often caused by: Altered motility (movement through the digestive tract) Visceral hypersensitivity (heightened [...]
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What the Heck Is A Leaky Gut?

By nutritionbyerin On September 9, 2016 · 5 Comments · In Articles, Crohn's & Colitis (IBD), Food allergies, sensitivities & intolerances, Irritable bowel syndrome
Leaky gut...it's a term that maybe you've been hearing lately when people are referring to digestive health, but I often wonder if most really understand its meaning. To dive into this question, it is best to start with a brief anatomy review:
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By nutritionbyerin On March 18, 2016 · Add Comment · In
I’m your San Diego nutritionist & digestive health specialist, serving clients nationwide to manage & reverse gastrointestinal disorders.  FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDERS:  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and unspecified functional bowel disorder SMALL INTESTINE BACTERIAL OVERGROWTH (SIBO):  SIBO-Hydrogen, SIBO-Methane, SIBO-Mixed INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE (IBD):  Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE [...]
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GERD

By nutritionbyerin On March 17, 2016 · Add Comment · In
Indigestion…heartburn…acid reflux…belching…bloating…stomach pain…If this sounds like your norm, well you probably have gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) which, oddly enough almost sounds like a belch if you say the acronym out loud! GERD symptoms, which can range from fairly benign to very severe, impact ~20% of Americans, myself being one of them, and is one of [...]
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Unsuspected Suspects of GERD & Heartburn

Unsuspected Suspects of GERD & Heartburn

By nutritionbyerin On March 12, 2016 · Add Comment · In Articles, GERD & Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a complex upper-gastrointestinal condition. Learn what could be causing your GERD!
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Digestive Health Specialty

By nutritionbyerin On March 11, 2016 · Add Comment · In
Got Gut Issues? I do. I’ve suffered from IBS and GERD for many years, and never quite knew what to do about it. At first, I just thought it was normal to have a horrible tummy ache after everything I ate, belch excessively, and have irregular and unpredictable bowel movements. I eventually learned this was [...]
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