by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Jun 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
Many people seek out my clinic wondering if their intestinal symptoms are related to food allergies. They want to know if they should be avoiding certain foods to improve their health or help treat certain diseases. Food allergies and food intolerances can be a...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Jun 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
The low FODMAP diet has gained a lot of popularity in recent years, and it is now being promoted as one of the top treatments for IBS. FODMAP is an acronym for a certain class of carbohydrates called fermentable short-chain carbohydrates. These carbohydrates are not...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | May 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Many patients who seek out my care for their IBS, SIBO, GERD, or chronic constipation/diarrhea have never seen a naturopathic doctor before. Often, they find my office after failing multiple times to resolve symptoms on their own or with their medical doctor. When I...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Oct 10, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions, Test Divi
Many of my patients are well aware of the stressors in their lives. During their initial intake, many patients ask me, “Are my symptoms just due to stress, or are they actually physical symptoms?” While every case is different, my typical answer is, “Probably both.”...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Sep 11, 2023 | Test Divi, Uncategorized
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in numerous bodily functions. Scientists estimate that up to 75% of us may be deficient in this essential mineral due to depletion in our food supply. Not everyone is aware that there are different forms of...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Sep 7, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions, Test Divi, Uncategorized
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of excess fat in the liver of people who consume little to no alcohol. It is one of the most common liver disorders worldwide and can range from simple fatty liver (aka...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Sep 1, 2023 | Herbal Medicine
Deglycyrrhizinated licorice, often abbreviated as DGL, is an herb that I often use with patients in my naturopathic medical practice. DGL is a form of licorice root extract that has most of the glycyrrhizin compound removed. This makes DGL a safer option as...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
While we tend to think of supplements and dietary changes as the primary natural treatments for chronic intestinal symptoms, the health benefits of fasting are often overlooked. Fasting, particularly intermittent fasting, has been shown by research to have numerous...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 25, 2023 | Herbal Medicine, Uncategorized
Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is an herbal remedy that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, particularly by Native American tribes. It is known for its ability to support gut health in a variety of ways. Here are some of the mechanisms through which...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 23, 2023 | Probiotics
Spore-based probiotics are a specific type of probiotic supplement that contains bacterial strains in their spore form. These strains are typically from the Bacillus family, such as Bacillus coagulans, Bacillus clausii, and Bacillus subtilis. This differs from...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 21, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions
Chronic gastritis is a disease characterized by inflammation of the stomach lining that lasts more than three months and is not resolving on its own. Chronic gastritis is a common reason why patients reach out to Thrive GI requesting naturopathic care. There are...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 18, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions
Leaky gut syndrome, also known as intestinal permeability, is a term used to describe a condition where the inner lining of the intestinal tract becomes more permeable or “leaky” than normal. In a healthy gut, the lining of the intestines acts as a...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 16, 2023 | Probiotics
While many of my patients are familiar with probiotics and their numerous health benefits, far fewer have heard of the “cousin” of probiotics: Saccharomyces boulardii. Saccharomyces boulardii is actually a specific strain of yeast, but it is considered a probiotic...
