Gastroparesis

Cynthia’s Personal Story

Cynthia’s Personal Story: “My son Sam finally was diagnosed with gastroparesis” My son Sam was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy in 2016, underwent LVAD placement in November of that year, then had a heart transplant in December. He was 16 years old at the time. Post transplant he vomited every day and was constantly nauseous, and […]

Vern’s Personal Story

Vern’s Personal Story: Managing Gastroparesis Through Diet I just want to tell people how I control it. The most success ive had keeping it away, and if we’re all talking about the same thing, wouldnt u give almost anything to not have this affliction? I take a Nexium and probiotic everyday in morning. I eat […]

2021 Gastroparesis Awareness Month: Putting the Patient First

International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) raises awareness for Gastroparesis Awareness Month to bring the patient story and perspective to life For Immediate Release Media Contact: media@iffgd.org MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (July 1, 2021) — In recent studies, gastroparesis, a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, affects approximately five million people in the United States. Gastroparesis Awareness Month, established […]

Shannon’s Personal Story

Shannon’s Personal Story: Gastroparesis I don’t know where to start with this. As I’m typing, I’m in a bad flare. Can barely keep broth and water down. The last time I was in a flare was over a year ago. But let’s go back to when this first started. In 2015, I was 32 years […]

564-Gastroparesis Nutrition Strategies

The treatment of gastroparesis (GP) often includes medications, dietary strategies, and lifestyle changes. Regarding diet, what and how one eats can influence symptoms. Various dietary modifications can be used to help manage symptoms and ensure nutrient needs are met. Some common and helpful dietary strategies:

600-Are You Getting Enough Potassium?

Did you know, for the average adult, the recommended daily intake of potassium rangesfrom 2,300 to 3,400 mg? Did you also know that many Americans fall short of this amount on a daily basis? This mineral is important in maintaining normal fluid and electrolyte balance, supporting cell integrity, and assisting nerve impulse transmission and muscle […]

601-Banana-Pineapple Green Smoothie

Smoothies can be an easy and delicious way to nourish your body with essential nutrients. Whether you’re enjoying a smoothie as a meal or a snack, there are endless options when it comes to ingredients and customizations.

Linda’s Personal Story

Linda’s Personal Story: Gastroparesis My story started about 1 month after my father died 5 years ago. First they told me I was just grieving but after a month they admitted to the hospital for tests. They couldn’t figure it out, but there was 1 Dr. reminded me of an old country Dr. wanted to […]

Dr. Braden Kuo – IFFGD Idiopathic Gastroparesis Grant Winners: Where Are They Now?

2014 Recipient of IFFGD Grant for Research of Idiopathic Gastroparesis Braden Kuo, MD, MSc This episode is hosted by IFFGD’s Hayley McCorkle and features our 2014 Grant Winner Dr. Braden Kuo. Dr. Braden Kuo works as a neurogastroenterologist at Massachusetts General Hospital in GI division at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kuo specializes in disorders of […]