Whether you want to save time, money or just organize your life meal prepping can be sometimes the solution to your problems or at least simplify your life. If you’re looking to lose weight, these meal planning tips can also help you maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. Here are some meal planning ideas toRead More
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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? It could be caused by vagus nerve and digestion. Vagus Nerve andRead 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
Dear Dr. Alayo: I really enjoy reading your blog posts! I am seeing the word microbiome in the media more and more. Can you tell me what it means and how it affects my health? Anonymous This is an excellent question and yes, more and more attention is being paid to the microbiome and theRead More
Dealing with the Giraffe on the Tennis Court If you suffer from the symptoms or IBS or any other digestive you know that the disease can take center stage in your relationship. Coping with flare-ups or even the anticipation of a flare-up of your symptoms can cause stress and anxiety and can have a negativeRead More
Have you noticed that when you are tired you tend to eat more? If you are trying to lose weight make sure you are practicing healthy sleep habits by getting enough hours of sleep at night. The truth is that sleep and metabolism go hand-in-hand, since lack of sleep can alter your hormonal balance. ThisRead More
5 Proven Things You Can Do Now to Improve Your GI Symptoms According to the National Institute of Health between 60-70 million Americans suffer from an array of digestive disorders. In 2018 alone healthcare expenditures for digestive disorders exceeded 136 billion dollars. The cost of treating digestive disorders in the United States now exceeds theRead More
Dear Dr. Alayo: I am a 37 year old female with IBS. I take medication and try as best I can to avoid foods that cause my symptoms to flare up. I have heard that stress can also make my IBS worse. I am married, work part-time and care for my two small children. AreRead More