Rome III: Diagnosis criteria for IBS Note: The Rome IV Criteria were introduced in 2016. Click here to view the updated criteria. Top gastrointestinal disease experts collaborated in 2006 on new diagnostic criteria and sub-typing for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Since the first collaboration in 1978, resulting in the Manning Criteria, doctors have continually updated [...]
Olive Oil an Anti-Inflammatory In 2005, scientists discovered a chemical agent in newly pressed extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) which shares pharmacological properties with the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen. After noticing that EVOO had the same throat irritating properties as ibuprofen, researchers isolated a compound called oleocanthal which they believe is responsible for this irritant effect. [...]
H. pylori and Halitosis A new study has linked the treatment of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) with curing the chronic bad breath (halitosis) associated with functional dyspepsia. H. pylori is a bacterium that infects the stomach, and is associated with stomach cancer and ulcer disease. Typically, exposure to the bacteria occurs in childhood; although it is often present without [...]
Celiac Disease? You might need another Hep B shot! Hepatitis B vaccine often fails the first time for those with celiac disease If you have celiac disease, it is important for you to be aware that individuals with this disease have a very high rate of non-responsiveness to the hepatitis B vaccine. This means that [...]
Serious Toll of Chronic Constipation Overlooked GI Society Patient Survey Chronic idiopathic constipation, which affects far more women than men, can be extremely debilitating. While it is normal to have a bowel movement anywhere from three times a day to three times a week, a person experiencing chronic idiopathic constipation has hard or lumpy stool [...]
Painting Toilet Seats in Support of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Awareness On August 18, 2018, we gathered at the Foster Eastman Gallery in Vancouver, BC to participate in the Painting Toilet Seats art event to raise awareness about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a condition known for its most common forms: Crohn’s disease and ulcerative [...]
Managing GERD with PPIs Weighing the Benefits versus Potential Risks Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when the upper portion of the digestive tract is not functioning properly, causing stomach contents to flow back into the esophagus. Recurring heartburn is the most common symptom; others include the sensation of food or liquid coming up into the [...]
New! Read our positive feedback to The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, P.C., M.P., Minister of Health, Government of Canada on his recent decision regarding the PMPRB sent on 2023-02-28. Read our positive feedback to The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, P.C., M.P., Minister of Health, Government of Canada on his recent decision regarding the PMPRB sent on [...]
Ask A Dietitian Are fish oil supplements safe and effective? The consumption of fish oil supplements in Canada is incredibly common and, yes, quality matters. People take fish oil supplements for a multitude of reasons, such as for lowering blood pressure and triglyceride levels in heart disease and hypertension, and for its potentially beneficial anti-inflammatory [...]
Campylobacter Campylobacter is a species of bacteria that is one of the leading causes of foodborne diarrheal disease in the modern world. Although their Salmonella and E. coli cousins have become engrained in the minds of wary hamburger-eaters everywhere, this lesser known genus of bacteria has not garnered as much attention. This is surprising given [...]
People Without Symptoms Spread C. Difficile Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) is the most common cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and is the bacterium responsible for several recent outbreaks of the sometimes-fatal illness. Surprisingly, researchers have found these bacteria on the hands of long-term care residents who are currently symptom-free at a greater rate than on the [...]
Celiac Disease from a Personal Perspective Celiac disease, when compared to alternative diseases to have in this life, is a wonderful one to have. It is entirely controllable by diet, and from a nutritional point of view, it is a healthy, tasty, totally liveable life-sentence. Let’s Examine the Positive Aspects: All fruit and vegetables, rice, [...]
Folic Acid and Methionine Intake may Affect Colon Cancer Risk In a study involving almost 2,000 patients with colorectal cancer and over 4,000 disease-free patients (who were admitted to hospital for reasons not related to colorectal cancer), researchers in Italy concluded that a diet rich in folate and methionine – and containing little alcohol – [...]
Hidden Costs: The Economic Impact of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) How can we measure the true costs of an illness, especially one as neglected as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? So many factors are at play. There are the intangible costs of decreased quality of life for patients and the direct personal financial expenses incurred from [...]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Serotonin Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a multi-faceted disorder shrouded by decades of medical debate over its perplexing pathophysiology and stigmatized by unfounded beliefs that symptoms are entirely psychological in origin. IBS is the most common GI disorder seen by primary care doctors and affects an estimated 1 in [...]
Finding the Science in Herbs and Roots After a questionable encounter several years back, I have come to regard herbal remedies, naturopathy, and traditional Chinese medicine with a great deal of skepticism. My mother had brought me to see a well-known herbalist in Vancouver’s Chinatown for a persistent cough that I couldn’t quite get rid [...]
Guidelines for Choosing Herbal Products Be sure your choice of a botanical (herbal) product is appropriate to your healthcare goals and compatible with any prescription and over-the-counter medications or other dietary supplements you may be taking. Consulting a nutritional or other healthcare professional who is knowledgeable about dietary supplements is helpful. Always investigate the reputation [...]
Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis 50+? An article published in the journal, Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, sheds light on ulcerative colitis diagnosed in the later stages of adulthood.1 Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease consisting of fine ulcerations in the inner mucosal lining of the large intestine (colon). Its primary symptoms are rectal bleeding and [...]
Product Review Ayurvedic Roast™ While many individuals enjoy the experience of a hot cup of coffee, a person living with a gastrointestinal (GI) condition might have unpleasant side effects from the beverage. Caffeine and other compounds found in coffee might irritate the intestinal lining and stimulate intestinal contractions leading to diarrhea in individuals with inflammatory [...]
Diet That’s Good for the Gut & the Heart Cardiovascular disease, which mainly includes coronary heart disease and stroke, is a worldwide health concern. In coronary heart disease, fatty deposits build up in the heart’s blood vessels, slowing the blood supply and potentially leading to a heart attack (myocardial infarction). A stroke occurs when narrowed [...]
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