Dietary fiber is defined as indigestible carbohydrate. It’s classified into soluble (in water) and insoluble fiber – each with specific properties and possible health benefits. Soluble fiber dissolves in water; it forms a gel when water is added to it. Insoluble fiber absorbs liquid and in the intestine it adds bulk to stool. Both types […]
IFFGD was started by one person struggling with the challenges imposed by a chronic GI disorder. Others, from all walks of life, soon joined. We fight to improve the daily lives of persons affected by chronic digestive troubles. IFFGD works to direct public attention to the gastrointestinal (GI) functional and motility disorders. People with symptoms of these disorders don’t always connect […]
Health observance days, weeks, or months are devoted to promoting and raising awareness about particular health concerns. Raising awareness is critical to advance research and improve care for people affected by FGIMDs. The more we spread the word and talk openly about these conditions, the greater our ability to make connections with people who can benefit […]
About Our Advisory Board IFFGD Advisory Board members are chosen based on their demonstrated interest and dedication to advancing the understanding of functional GI and motility disorders for the benefit of patients and the community at large. These members help support our mission which is to inform, assist, and support people affected by gastrointestinal (GI) […]
Raising awareness is critical to advance research and improve care for people affected by FGIMDs. The more we spread the word and talk openly about these conditions, the greater our ability to make connections with people who can benefit from our support and raise the funds needed to provide it. A higher profile can translate […]
Pseudo-Obstruction and Other Primary Motility Disorders – Pediatric Presented by Nikhil Thapar, MRCP, FRCPCH, FRACP, PhD Watch presentation here Presentation Overview Primary gastrointestinal motility disorders are a heterogeneous group of disorders that affect the neuromuscular (nerve and muscle) components of the gastrointestinal tract and limit its ability to push contents along the length of its […]
Ceciel T. Rooker is the President of IFFGD. Ms. Rooker has a long history of working to advance digestive health issues and a deep understanding of the needs of patients and families affected by functional GI & motility disorders. Prior to joining IFFGD in 2017, Ms. Rooker was the Executive Director of the Rome Foundation. […]
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Brenda’s Personal Story- Gastroparesis and Emetophobia I thought my life couldn’t possibly get any worse. Yes, I have an amazing husband and three awesome kids ranging from age 13-22.Sometime around February of 2014 I was called to come into my doctor’s office immediately. He walked in the room and had two boxes in his one […]
Personal Story
Brenda’s Personal Story- Gastroparesis and Emetophobia I thought my life couldn’t possibly get any worse. Yes, I have an amazing husband and three awesome kids ranging from age 13-22.Sometime around February of 2014 I was called to come into my doctor’s office immediately. He walked in the room and had two boxes in his one […]
Personal Story
Lindsay’s Personal Story- An Advocate’s Story DHA advocate Lindsay has made great strides to raise awareness and funds for gastroparesis. The first annual Go With Your Gut 5K was held in Hilliard, Ohio, on August 23rd of 2014. Lindsay crushed her $3,000 fundraising goal, bringing in more than $9,000 to benefit research into idiopathic gastroparesis […]
Physician Introduction on Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS) and Intestinal Failure Presented by Adam Stein, MD Dr. Adam Stein Watch presentation here Presentation Overview Physician Introduction on Short Bowel Syndrome and Intestinal FailureAdam C. Stein, MDNorthwestern Medicine Everyone needs to stay nourished and hydrated to survive. If we don’t get enough fluids or nutrition, eventually our […]