IBS is a very common complaint that we all know.  Random attacks of diarrhea, bloating, abdominal cramping, constipation are pretty typical . But what really is IBS? The truth is …IBS is an easy label given by doctors when we really don’t know what is causing the problem. In reality, there are many possible causes of these symptoms such as … an imbalance of gut flora, altered intestinal motility, inflammatory bowel disease, food sensitivitites, hormonal imbalances, and rarely cancers. A diagnosis of IBS should never be given until a careful medical evaluation has been performed.Finding answers to these questions is the first step in understanding what’s really  going on with your body. Don’t be surprised, but a thorough evaluation and proper treatment can often resolve almost all of these nuisance symptoms. Learn More

Heartburn also known as GERD , is not only annoying but is increasingly viewed as a potential threat to good health. The symtoms of heartburn vary widely but might include burning in the chest and regurgitation of acid into the mouth. In some cases, heartburn is silently causing inflammation and damage to the  esophagus and upper airway. When left untreated, GERD can lead to scarring and narrowing of the esophagus, pre-cancerous changes known as Barrett’s esophagus and even esophageal cancers.  When should you see the doctor about heartburn? Anyone with more than 5 years of active symptoms or new onset, severe complaints associated with trouble swallowing, weight loss, or signs of bleeding. 

Colonoscopy has become the primary method for removing precancerous polyps and detecting cancerous growths within the colon. Screening begins at age 45 years for average risk individuals but can be recommeded much earlier for patients, if symptoms warrant. Fortunately, the procedure has become routine and causes minimal discomfort. While there are many emerging techologies to detect colon cancer such as DNA stool testing and virtual colonoscopy imaging, none can replace the effectiveness of colonoscopy. 
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Fatty liver is a common condition often disocvered during a routine health exam . An elevation in liver enzymes ( LFTs) may be the first clue that the liver is not happy.  An ultrasound examination of the liver can confirm the presences of increased fatty deposits. Most people don’t realize that fat is stored in the liver and if excessive, can lead to a type of liver injury called NASH. The causes of fatty liver may be related to several factors : obesity, elevated cholesterol, and diabetes.  Fatty liver is treatable and may simply require a medically supervised diet and lifestyle plan.Individuals with fatty liver should have additional testing to determine the cause and severity of liver injury. Fatty liver is usually silent and may seem harmless, but if left untreated, patients may develop scarring of the liver and cirrhosis.  Our services are designed to determine if there is damage to your liver and provide a longterm plan for good liver health. Learn More>>

Our nutrition evaluation starts with a review of your personal history followed by targeted
nutritional testing to understand your unique nutritional state. With this information, we can
determine if additional testing is needed and if nutritional supplements and diet changes would be helpful.
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