If you suffer from IBS, keep on reading. During the COVID-19 pandemic, you might notice that your irritable bowel syndrome symptoms may be more bothersome than normal. Understanding the link between food triggers, stress and your symptoms may be the key to managing symptoms from home. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about...
Category: Gastrointestinal Issues
Are You Lactose Intolerant? Listen Up.
If you thought you were the only one not feeling good after eating dairy products: you’re not alone. You could be having symptoms of lactose intolerance, which is very common. It’s thought to affect around 75% of the world’s population. People with lactose intolerance experience digestive problems when they eat dairy, which can have a...
Common Digestive Conditions: Top to Bottom
Most people don’t like to talk about it, but having gastrointestinal issues is commonplace. If you’re suffering any symptoms and want your questions answered, book a visit to see us at Triborough GI. Here’s a top-to-bottom look at some of the most common digestive issues, their symptoms, and the most effective treatments available. If you...
Celiac Disease vs Gluten Intolerance: Spotting the Difference
Gluten free diets have risen in popularity, but there are many people who do not understand what being gluten free entails, or why someone would need to be gluten free. Celiac disease and gluten intolerance are both conditions that relate to gluten. While they might have some similarities in their symptoms, there are distinct differences...
The Second Deadliest Cancer in America
One of the biggest killers in the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common type of non-skin cancer. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.