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What are Cavernomas? Cavernomas, also referred to as cerebral cavernous malformations or cavernous angiomas, are types of blood vessel malformations that occur in the brain and/or spine. These abnormal blood vessels tend to form in clusters, or lesions, and have especially thin walls prone to leaking. Although relatively rare, cavernomas may occur at any age, […]

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) share similar acronyms and have some overlapping symptoms, but don’t let their names confuse you – IBS and IBD are actually entirely different conditions. How exactly do they differ? What does the diagnosis process look like for each condition? And how do their treatments and dietary […]

Communicating dietary restrictions to others can be challenging and often uncomfortable. If you have a significant other, family member, or friend with dietary restrictions, here are a few tips to best accommodate them. Ask Questions There are many reasons why someone might have dietary restrictions. Some dietary restrictions may be due to food allergies or […]

Our thyroids need iodine which is an element used in the production of thyroid hormone. Since our bodies do not naturally make iodine, we must consume iodine through the foods we eat. Some foods are naturally high in iodine; others, like iodized table salt, are enriched with iodine. Patients with iodine deficiency need to consume […]

What is IBS? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder, also referred to as a disorder of gut-brain interaction. This means IBS affects how the gut and brain communicate and how the gastrointestinal tract functions, but does not cause inflammation nor does it affect the structure of the gastrointestinal tract. Those with IBS […]