GIThrive Expansion: Behind the Product, by Karen Luk, SVP of Product

We recently announced the expansion of GIThrive, which will allow us to better serve our members through enhanced technology and virtual care. But what exactly does that mean from a product perspective? We asked our SVP of Product, Karen Luk, to tell us what (in her words) what this means for our members and how…

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National Stress Awareness Month: The Importance of the Gut-Brain Connection

April marks the beginning of National Stress Awareness Month, a perfect time to focus on the importance of gut health and stress management in the workplace. We often think about ways to manage stress through mental health resources – meditation, talk therapy, gratitude. But one often overlooked way to help impact stress management lies within…

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Dr. Hau Liu on Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Vivante Health Chief Medical Officer discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screenings, as well as his personal story.  For Dr. Hau Liu, Chief Medical Officer at Vivante Health, Colorectal Cancer Awareness month isn’t just another health awareness month – it’s personal.  “A close family member of mine was diagnosed with colon cancer. We were devastated and…

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5 GI Conditions to Know

5 GI Conditions to Know

Learn about five gastrointestinal conditions that affect millions of Americans and disrupt workplaces every day. Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions affect over 70 million Americans and are one of the top costs for organizations. In fact, GI conditions result in $136 billion in spending per year—more than for heart disease, trauma, or mental health. In addition to…

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8 Ways to Improve Your Gut Health

8 Ways to Improve Your Gut Health

Your gut can affect your health in many ways—including your mental health and immune system. The microbiome—the bacteria in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract—affects your health in huge ways. Located in the gut, the enteric nervous system (ENS) has the same neurons and neurotransmitters found in the brain and spinal cord. Called “the second brain,” it…

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