Let’s be real for a second — who doesn’t love the occasional fizzy drink, especially on a hot afternoon or during a meal? I used to grab a cold soda almost daily without thinking twice. But working in a Gastroenterology clinic for several years, I started noticing a trend among patients dealing with chronic heartburn…
If you’ve ever struggled with acid reflux or GERD, you already know how tricky it can be to find meals or drinks that won’t leave you regretting your choices later. As someone who’s worked up close in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen just how many folks are desperate for tasty alternatives that won’t trigger their…
If you’ve ever woken up with that awful burning feeling creeping up your chest or that sour taste in your mouth, you know morning acid reflux relief isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a must. Trust me, working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen how disruptive it can be to…
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause stomach pain? You wouldn’t believe how often I hear this question in clinic, usually right after a patient notices gut issues cropping up alongside their joint flares. At first glance, it might seem like the two aren’t connected—joints and stomach? But as someone who works closely with autoimmune patients every day,…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself staring at the kitchen pantry after a long shift at the clinic, wondering what on earth you can eat that won’t come back to haunt you later. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how tough it can be for patients…
Let me be real with you—when I first started working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I didn’t think “dairy alternatives” would become a regular part of my vocabulary. But fast forward a few years and here I am, helping patients navigate one of the most uncomfortable digestive issues out there: GERD (gastroesophageal…
Ever notice how your gut seems to have a mind of its own? As someone who’s spent years on the pulmonary floor watching patients struggle through asthma flares, I can tell you there’s more to this condition than just what’s going on in the lungs. One thing that keeps coming up more and more—in both…
Can gut bacteria help regulate blood pressure? I know, it sounds like a plot twist in a medical thriller. When I first heard about this connection a few years ago, I raised an eyebrow too. As an internal medicine physician who spends most of her time elbow-deep in hypertension management, I’ve seen it all—salt-sensitive patients,…
If you’ve ever wondered why gut issues seem to flare up around the same time as your rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms, you’re not imagining things. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen this pattern over and over again in my patients—and honestly, in myself during high-stress periods when the immune system is already on edge….