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Non-Invasive Blood Assay Detects Early Colorectal Cancer
A new study looking at a non-invasive blood assay method to detect early colorectal cancer (CRC) could eventually mean the end of regular colonoscopy for CRC screening. The test capitalizes on new, more sensitive methods to detect circulating cells in the blood and looks at three blood markers: circulating gastrointestinal epithelial cells, somatic mutations and […]
Celiac Disease Concerns During The Pandemic
The pandemic has brought forth challenges for many people dealing with autoimmune diseases and other chronic illnesses. This is also true for those with celiac disease. Many patients are wondering if having celiac disease puts them at a greater risk of coronavirus infection and complications. According to the National Celiac Foundation, in general, those with […]
Curry Tofu Bok Choy: A “Fiber Fueled” Recipe
This recipe first appeared in Dr. Will Bulsiewicz’s new book, Fiber Fueled (Penguin 2020). This simple dinner combines two of our favorite plant-powered foods: calcium and iron-rich tofu and bok choy. Baby bok choy is more tender than the bigger bok choy, so if you prefer a milder vegetable, select that one instead.  Makes 2 […]
Excessive Body Weight Predisposes COVID-19 Complications
New research shows that excessive weight is a main determining factor in who experiences complications from COVID-19 and who doesn’t. COVID-19 complications are heavily defined by respiratory symptoms – specifically acute respiratory failure and acute respiratory distress syndrome – that can be driven by characteristics common in obese individuals, including chronic, low-grade inflammation and hyperventilation […]
Managing Disease In The Covid-19 Age
In this webinar with Dr. Chutkan, hosted by Our Health Talks, you will learn the following: How Dr. Chutkan’s “Live Dirty, Eat Clean” mantra applies to health today Dr. Chutkan’s produce-cleaning regime Hallmark foods in a “clean eating” diet Risk of antibiotics Does having a GI issue make someone more susceptible to contracting illness? Explaining […]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease & Coronavirus: Are You At Risk?
In this webinar with Dr. Chutkan, you will learn about the concerns and considerations for those with inflammatory bowel disease during the coronavirus pandemic, including whether or not you are categorized as high risk, what your medication regimen might mean for your infection risk assessment, and how best to stay healthy and protect yourself.
Coronavirus & The GI Tract: What You Need To Know
In this webinar with Dr. Robynne Chutkan, you’ll learn what the coronavirus is, a short history behind the pandemic, how the coronavirus affects the GI tract, an in-depth look at COVID-19 symptoms and what to look for, underlying conditions, and how to best boost your immunity to protect yourself from infection.
Non-Invasive Blood Assay Detects Early Colorectal Cancer
A new study looking at a non-invasive blood assay method to detect early colorectal cancer (CRC) could eventually mean the end of regular colonoscopy for CRC screening. The test capitalizes on new, more sensitive methods to detect circulating cells in the blood and looks at three blood markers: circulating gastrointestinal epithelial cells, somatic mutations and […]
Celiac Disease Concerns During The Pandemic
The pandemic has brought forth challenges for many people dealing with autoimmune diseases and other chronic illnesses. This is also true for those with celiac disease. Many patients are wondering if having celiac disease puts them at a greater risk of coronavirus infection and complications. According to the National Celiac Foundation, in general, those with […]
Curry Tofu Bok Choy: A “Fiber Fueled” Recipe
This recipe first appeared in Dr. Will Bulsiewicz’s new book, Fiber Fueled (Penguin 2020). This simple dinner combines two of our favorite plant-powered foods: calcium and iron-rich tofu and bok choy. Baby bok choy is more tender than the bigger bok choy, so if you prefer a milder vegetable, select that one instead.  Makes 2 […]
Excessive Body Weight Predisposes COVID-19 Complications
New research shows that excessive weight is a main determining factor in who experiences complications from COVID-19 and who doesn’t. COVID-19 complications are heavily defined by respiratory symptoms – specifically acute respiratory failure and acute respiratory distress syndrome – that can be driven by characteristics common in obese individuals, including chronic, low-grade inflammation and hyperventilation […]
Managing Disease In The Covid-19 Age
In this webinar with Dr. Chutkan, hosted by Our Health Talks, you will learn the following: How Dr. Chutkan’s “Live Dirty, Eat Clean” mantra applies to health today Dr. Chutkan’s produce-cleaning regime Hallmark foods in a “clean eating” diet Risk of antibiotics Does having a GI issue make someone more susceptible to contracting illness? Explaining […]
Coronavirus & The GI Tract: What You Need To Know
In this webinar with Dr. Robynne Chutkan, you’ll learn what the coronavirus is, a short history behind the pandemic, how the coronavirus affects the GI tract, an in-depth look at COVID-19 symptoms and what to look for, underlying conditions, and how to best boost your immunity to protect yourself from infection.
Dr Robynne Chutkan
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