A collection of articles written by Dr. Robert Brody and the PNM staff on various aspects of health. More articles will be added as they are written.
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Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI) is a condition that occurs when the pancreas fails to deliver adequate amounts of digestive enzymes to the small intestines. These enzymes are essential for breaking down food, especially fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. EPI, if not diagnosed or treated, can lead to malnutrition, digestive discomfort, and a variety of associated symptoms.
Gluten Sensitivity
Gluten sensitivity is described as having a reaction to a lectin that can be found on most grains. This is different from Celiac’s, where the body is unable to digest gluten. Blood type can also play a crucial roll in how the body is able to react to specific foods and lectins.
Intro to Probiotics and the Microbiome
The microbiome is the collection of bacteria that can be found in the digestive system. These bacteria are vital in proper digestion, but what other effects can they have on your health? How can certain probiotics be beneficial to your microbiome? And how does a uBiome test help us understand the microbiome?
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is an unfortunately common tick-borne illness in New England. Through years of treatment, Dr. Brody has established an effective treatment method of flushing out the Lyme bacteria from the body. But how can we work towards preventing Lyme in the first place?
Sleep
Sleep is one of the most important aspects of health. There are many ways of ensuring that we can get a good night’s sleep so we can feel well-rested and ready for the day. From making our environment comfortable and quiet to looking at our adrenaline hormones, Dr. Brody has multiple tips and tricks to get rid of fatigue.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
IBD and the digestive system and its many woes are among Dr. Brody’s specialties. This article goes into the two main diseases that form IBD, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. Prevention can be key when it comes to our digestive health, and Dr. Brody offers insight into how we can protect our digestive health.
A Natural Approach to SIBO
SIBO, or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. These bacteria can lead to a number of digestive disorders, and need a personalized treatment plan to get rid of. Every patient has different bacteria living inside them, and Dr. Brody needs to determine which bacteria you have to create a treatment plan.
Holistic Approach to Gastroenterology
This article goes into how Dr. Brody approaches issues plaguing the digestive system and how they affect the body. Highlighting the difference between a natural approach and a conventional approach, Dr. Brody uses the digestive system as a way to reach out and treat not just gastrointestinal issues, but issues in the immune system and other locations as well.
Appointments
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