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Food allergies are an immune system response by which the body creates antibodies as a reaction to certain food. Symptoms similar to those of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include diarrhea and abdominal pain. Other symptoms can include vomiting, hives, itching, swelling of the lips, tightness in the throat, and wheezing. Allergic symptoms usually occur within […]
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The gastrointestinal tract and liver play key roles in the digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver may profoundly disturb normal nutrition. Malabsorption refers to decreased intestinal absorption of carbohydrate, protein, fat, minerals or vitamins. There are many symptoms associated with malabsorption. Weight loss, diarrhea, greasy stools (due to high fat content), abdominal bloating and gas are suggestive of malabsorption.
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Malabsorption refers to decreased intestinal absorption of carbohydrate, protein, fat, minerals or vitamins. There are many symptoms associated with malabsorption. Weight loss, diarrhea, greasy stools (due to high fat content), abdominal bloating and gas are suggestive of malabsorption. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies resulting from malabsorption may cause glossitis (sore tongue), cheilosis (a fissuring and dry […]
About FDA The FDA is one of the United States government’s regulatory agencies. As the name implies, this agency oversees a broad range of topics that pertain to food and drugs. This includes most food and drink we consume and medications that are available over-the-counter or by prescription. Specific foods included are dietary supplements, bottled […]
Here are some tips to help you decide what foods to eat and what foods to avoid. General dietary recommendations for gastroparesis include: Eat smaller, more frequent meals Eat less fatty foods Avoid fiber Avoid foods that cannot be chewed well Foods that are generally encouraged include: Breads, cereals, crackers, ground or pureed meats Vegetables […]
Watch this episode of the IFFGD series, 5 Minutes in GI, to hear Christine Scarcello, MS, RD, CNSC answer the question What is the Difference Between a Food Allergy and a Food Intolerance? To learn more about Christine Scarcello, MS, RD, CNSC visit https://iffgd.org/resources/dietitian-listing/christine-l-scarcello/ Read More about Food Allergy and Intolerance Check out https://iffgd.org/gi-disorders…
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Everyone has gas in the digestive tract, but people often believe normal passage of gas to be excessive. Most foods that contain carbohydrates such as fiber, starches and sugars have essential nutrients that your body turns into glucose to give you the energy to function. By contrast, these same food nutrients may be causing your […]
2022 Norton Education Series: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Event Exhibitor: Atlantia Atlantia Clinical Trials is a world class contract research organization serving the functional food and nutrition industry. We conduct human clinical studies on nutraceuticals, probiotics, supplements, microbiomes, and other elements of food and nutrition to determine human health impacts. Founded in Ireland in 2012 and […]
DDW 2019 GI Research on the Road with Dr. Eswaran: The Differences in Food Allergies and Intolerances Welcome to GI Research on the Road. In this episode, Dr. Shanti Eswaran discusses the differences in food allergies & intolerances. For more information about Digestive Disease Week (DDW), visit: https://iffgd.org/events/…
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Dumping syndrome describes a collection of symptoms that occurs when food is emptied too quickly from the stomach, filling the small intestine with undigested food that is not adequately prepared to permit efficient absorption of nutrients in the small intestine. Symptoms include nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, dizzy spells, weakness, and cold sweats either with or after eating. Medical management involves dietary changes, and at times, the use of medications.
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What are some complications of short bowel syndrome? Short bowel syndrome is a condition characterized by malabsorption – difficulties absorbing both nutrients and fluids. Each year, many patients undergo surgical removal (resections) of large segments of their intestinal tract due to diseases, injuries, or congenital defects. Those patients can be left with too little intestinal […]
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Foodborne illness results from eating food contaminated with bacteria (or their toxins) or other pathogens such as parasites or viruses. This factsheet explores the causes of foodborne illnesses and how to avoid them.