While not exactly the biggest priority in people’s minds the pancreas is an important gland that produces several hormones, including insulin, glucagon, and somatostatin, as well as secretes pancreatic juice that contains digestive enzymes and then passes to the small intestine. The enzymes created and transferred to the small intestine help your body break down…
DetailsThe holidays are a time of giving and being with one’s family. Most of the time that consists of sitting around the table sharing a great meal together. Whether you have a large group to feed or it’s just a few; good food preparation is vital to keeping a happy and healthy family together for…
DetailsIt should be known that there are four very common types of polyps that can be found in a patient’s colon. These can be detected through routine medical procedures. A polyp is often one of two different shapes. It may actually look like a mushroom in appearance. The other type of polyp may look like…
DetailsWhat is Gastrointestinal Bleeding? Gastrointestinal bleeding, or GI bleeding, can happen in virtually any area of the digestive tract. It can occur in the stomach, esophagus, intestines, anus, or rectum. However, the bleeding is not easily noticed. It may start suddenly and only last a short while, or happen more than once and frequently. Causes…
DetailsCrohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis impact every component of the lives of those diagnosed with these digestive diseases. There are about 1.4 million people living with these illnesses around the United States, and many of us are unaware of just how physically and emotionally challenging they can be. Both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis fall…
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