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The team at the Digestive Health Institute believes that education is one of the best ways to help people understand how their digestive system works and what to do when something doesn’t seem right. We regularly share our expertise through news articles and participate in and promote research on new diagnostic approaches and treatments for digestive health disorders.

Stay up to date with the latest in digestive health care by following what our team is talking about as part of local, regional and national news stories.


Digestive Health News

September 26, 2025

Why You Should Never Skip Breakfast – Even on Busy Mornings

Mornings are busy. Between getting ready, rushing out the door, or juggling kids and emails, breakfast is sometimes the first [...]

September 22, 2025

4 Things to Know Before Trying GLP-1s for Weight Loss

GLP1- weight loss medications are everywhere right now. Social media, TV ads, maybe even your own conversations with friends. They [...]

September 20, 2025

6 Reasons to Eat More Pears

Juicy, sweet and crisp, pears are more than just a fall favorite. They’re packed with nutrients and offer health benefits [...]

September 06, 2025

The Surprising Amount of Fiber You Actually Need

It’s not the flashiest part of your diet. But from keeping digestion on track to lowering cholesterol, fiber quietly does [...]

August 30, 2025

4 Reasons to Eat More Plums

Sweet, tart and packed with nutrition — plums are one of summer’s most underrated fruits. “They may be small, but [...]

August 29, 2025

6 Signs of Appendicitis

That sharp pain in your belly? It could be more than just something you ate. Appendicitis is one of the [...]

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