Ryan Speer 
Wow – as of 2020, the United States Center for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed that over 10% of the U.S. population is currently living with diabetes, making it one of the most common chronic health conditions in the nation. Though diabetes is manageable, it can lead to other serious health conditions, like diabetic gastroparesis. …
Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is an advanced form of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in which excess fat is stored in the liver. This buildup of fat is not caused by alcohol use, which is an important distinction. Persons living with NASH will have the combination of fat in the liver, liver cell damage, and an …
COVID-19 is an infectious virus and respiratory illness that can lead to mild symptoms, severe illness, and even death. It is having a catastrophic effect on people throughout the country, disrupting and impacting lives across the world. The virus spreads from person to person through respiratory droplets produced from those infected. Avoiding exposure to the …
What is gastroparesis? Gastroparesis is a disease that hinders the way the stomach can empty itself out. It notably affects the way the muscles in the stomach move. Normally, the movement of muscles in the stomach contract strongly during the movement of food within the digestive system. With gastroparesis, these muscles are weakened, and the …
Content Warning: The following blog includes discussions of depression and suicide that some readers may find triggering. If you are having thoughts of suicide, please visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or call 1-800-273-8255 immediately. Researchers estimate that 132 people die per day by suicide in the United States, making it the 10th leading cause of death for Americans. …
Chronic constipation is a common health issue that has a variety of causes. It is estimated that up to 63 million people in North America live with chronic constipation.[i] Constipation most commonly occurs when stool moves too slowly through the digestive tract or cannot be eliminated effectively from the rectum. If left untreated, constipation could …
Did you know gout affects approximately 8.3 million people in the United States? Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the joints and crystalizes, which can be very painful. Uric acid is a natural waste product from the digestion of foods that contain purines – a …
Content Warning: This article has mentions of COVID-related illness, mental health concerns, and death that may not be suitable for all readers. The sudden onset of COVID-19 has been stressful, intrusive, and potentially damaging. Each person has been affected in their own unique way by this pandemic. Unemployment has reached 14.7% – the highest it …
Most people experience heartburn or acid reflux from time to time. This can be triggered by what you eat and drink, or when. However, if you experience heartburn or acid reflux often, it could be the sign of something bigger. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophageal tube …
Hypersomnia, or excessive daytime sleepiness, is a neurological condition that creates extreme difficulty to stay awake during the day. It can cause a person to fall asleep unintentionally or at inappropriate times. If left untreated, this condition can interfere with a person’s daily life. It is important to educate yourself on the signs and symptoms …