by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Jan 10, 2024 | Probiotics
While most doctors generally agree that taking a probiotic is good for your health, not much direction besides that is given by most medical professionals. But scientific research in the last 20 years has discovered so much more about these beneficial bacteria....
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Jan 8, 2024 | Probiotics
In my years of practicing as a naturopathic physician who specializes in digestive health, the two supplements I see confused most often by patients are probiotics and digestive enzymes. While these supplements can both be very helpful in treating uncomfortable GI...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Jan 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
As a naturopathic doctor who specializes in the treatment of complex gastrointestinal conditions, I see more than my fair share of difficult-to-diagnose and difficult-to-treat patients. Sometimes it is possible with a thorough history to deduce what is likely going on...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Dec 17, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions
SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) is a disorder that seems to be increasing in frequency with each passing year. Whether this is because physicians are getting better at identifying and diagnosing SIBO or because the disease is becoming more prevalent is...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Dec 4, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions
It is incredibly common for new patients to report to me that they put off scheduling a new patient visit because they just weren’t ready to make any kind dietary changes. They walk in fully prepared at that point to make detailed diet diaries, adhere to strict...
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...
