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The GI Tract and Gut Health: How Your Digestive System Shapes Your Well-Being
By Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist When we think about health, we often focus on diet, exercise, or sleep. But the...
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Probiotics vs. Prebiotics – How They Impact Gut Health
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist You’ve likely heard that a healthy gut is central to overall health—and you’ve probably...
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Gut Pain – What It Means for Your Gut Health
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist A little bloating after a big meal? That’s normal. But what if that discomfort...
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The Gut Health Diet: What to Eat (and Avoid) for a Happier Gut
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist We often take digestion for granted—until something goes wrong. Whether it’s bloating, fatigue, irregularity,...
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Early Signs of Gastrointestinal Disease You Shouldn’t Ignore
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist It’s easy to brush off occasional bloating, heartburn, or bathroom changes—until those “little things”...
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Gut Health and Weight Loss: What’s the Connection?
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist When it comes to weight loss, most people focus on calories, cardio, and willpower....
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Gut Health and Anxiety: Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist Ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach before a big meeting? Or noticed that stress...
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Does Coffee Cause Bloating? Here’s What You Should Know
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist For many of us, coffee is a cherished daily ritual. It helps us wake...
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Does Alcohol Cause Bloating? Here’s What’s Really Happening in Your Gut
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist Whether it’s a glass of wine with dinner or a night out with friends,...
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Bloating After Sex: What’s Going On With Your Gut?
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist It’s not exactly dinner table conversation, but bloating after sex is surprisingly common—and often...
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Bloating During Ovulation: What’s Going On in Your Gut?
Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist If you feel unusually bloated around the middle of your menstrual cycle, you’re not...
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Gut Health Tests: How to Identify and Solve Your Digestive Issues
Gut Health Tests: How to Identify and Solve Your Digestive Issues Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist Introduction Your digestive...
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GI Symptoms: What They Mean and How to Manage Them
GI Symptoms: What They Mean and How to Manage Them Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist Introduction Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms...
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Digestive Irregularities: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help
Digestive Irregularities: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist Introduction Digestive irregularities such as...
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10 Signs of an Unhealthy Gut (And How to Restore Balance)
10 Signs of an Unhealthy Gut (And How to Restore Balance) Written by Dr. Brandon Rieders, Gastroenterologist Introduction Your gut...
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