If you are suffering from an intestinal disorder, you are not alone. Experts estimate that between 60-70 millions Americans suffer from some form of digestive disorder. One survey suggests that 74% of Americans live with “digestive discomfort.” What exactly is going on here? Vagus Nerve and Digestion Your gut consists of both large and smallRead More
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How to Prepare for A Colonoscopy One important factor in having a quality colonoscopy is to practice good colonoscopy preparation. This is also the most difficult part of the procedure since it requires you to be on a clear liquid diet and to drink a laxative the day before of the procedure. What is ARead More
Acupuncture is one of the oldest medical treatments in the world and is used to re-establish balance in the body. It activates the body’s own innate healing response to help the body feel better and decrease symptoms, including digestive problems such as bloating and constipation. Modern research has shown that acupuncture helps increase blood circulation,Read More
Our weight loss expert, Romina Waisbaum, is a certified dietitian with years of experience helping people lose weight effectively and staying healthy. Here are a few of her favorite weight loss tips. Weight Loss Tip #1: Eat from a variety of food groups While dieting always consume nutrient-rich foods from a variety of food groups:Read More
Romina is a San Diego dietitian and nutritionist who has extensive experience working with clients of all shapes and sizes at our weight loss clinic in Chula Vista. As a registered dietitian, Romina hopes to not only help people lose their weight, but also help them to feel full of energy by adopting a newRead More
Gastro SB uses the Orbera gastric balloon since this has been the most studied gastric balloon worldwide. In addition, Orbera has a great ancillary team that supports both physicians and patients in order to achieve the best results. What is the Orbera Gastric Balloon? The Orbera gastric balloon is a silicone balloon that is filledRead More
Do weight loss clinic really work? Weight loss clinics work when they have an integrated program. Although short-term weight loss can easily be achieved through the use of medications or juicing alone, however, these methods are not ideal for managing your ideal weight long-term and sustainably. Gastro SB is a unique weight loss clinic inRead More
Colonoscopy is a procedure that improves the detection of colorectal cancer. With a colonoscopy procedure you are asked to have clear liquid diet the day before and to drink a solution that will clean your colon. This solution is safe and used on patients with kidney or heart conditions. If you are diabetic you canRead More
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