Ever had one of those days where your mind feels a bit cloudy, and you just can’t focus—like you’re in a fog? If you have asthma, you’re not imagining things. Many people living with asthma report feeling mentally “off” during flare-ups or even on a regular basis. But is there a real connection between asthma…
Living with asthma means constantly looking for ways to breathe easier, reduce flare-ups, and improve your overall lung health. One natural remedy that’s gaining popularity is the salt inhaler, a simple device that mimics the environment of a salt cave to help soothe your airways. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of salt inhalers…
Myths vs. Facts You Need to Know If you’ve ever had trouble finishing a sentence because your breathing suddenly got weird, it can feel unsettling—especially if you live with asthma. Shortness of breath while talking might seem like something that only happens after intense exercise or when you’re super anxious, but in reality, it can…
If you’re like me and you’ve spent any time working in a gastroenterology clinic—or living with acid reflux yourself—you know just how frustrating it can be to give up foods you love. One of the most common triggers? Tomatoes. Yep, that seemingly harmless ingredient hiding in everything from pasta sauce to ketchup can wreak havoc…
Can asthma cause morning headaches? That’s a question I’ve heard more than a few times in the exam room—and as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve even asked it myself during early mornings when a dull ache settled in right between my eyes. If you’re waking up groggy, irritable, and already reaching for that bottle of…
If you’re like me, the Fourth of July means backyard barbecues, fireworks, and—of course—delicious food. But managing GERD-friendly Fourth of July meals can feel like walking a culinary tightrope. Having worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky it can be for people dealing with acid reflux to enjoy…
If you’ve ever felt your chest tighten or found yourself gasping for air after indulging in a spicy curry or jalapeño-laden taco, you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen a surprising number of patients walk into my clinic completely baffled that their love for spicy foods might actually be triggering their asthma…
Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic has taught me a lot—especially when it comes to how seemingly unrelated symptoms are often connected. One topic that surprises many of my patients is the link between GERD and yeast infections. At first glance, it might not seem like acid reflux and candida overgrowth…
If you’re living with GERD, you already know how tricky it can be to find foods that both fuel your day and don’t send your stomach into chaos. From my experience as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how patients struggle to keep their energy up without triggering those uncomfortable…