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…
This chronic condition affects over three million Americans. Learn more about its symptoms, how to manage flares, available treatments options, and more. Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. An estimated three million Americans have this condition, and men and women are equally likely to be diagnosed. Though it…
Learn about the symptoms of this chronic digestive disease and its significant impact on both employers and employees. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic digestive disease. While it is uncomfortable and disruptive for millions worldwide, it is also one of the least talked about and most overlooked diseases. For those who experience IBS, it…
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) impacts 10-15 percent of adults worldwide with symptoms ranging from stomach pain, bloating, and gas to diarrhea, bowel urgency, or constipation. Digestive issues impact different people in different ways. Some patients suffer quietly for years, struggling with what to eat and how to best prevent flare-ups, while others develop a sudden…
If an employee took you aside right now and told you they struggle with symptoms of digestive disease…how would you react? Most of us would immediately feel uncomfortable with the topic. We might blush, feel uneasy; maybe we’d crack a joke to ease tension. We might attempt to change the subject. Yet, if that same…
GIThrive’s Nutrition Team shares three top constipation-easing tips to help get things moving again and reduce the chance of workplace constipation.
For Celiac Awareness Month, Vivante Health’s research team compiled answers to the most common questions our Health Sherpas and dietitians receive about celiac disease, NCGS and gluten-free diets.
Screen early and screen often. That’s the message from a doctor at Cedars-Sinai hospital. Studies estimate up to 70% of all inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients have some level of malnutrition. In fact, 26% of IBD patients are likely to be deficient in Vitamin B6, and up to 100% are likely to be low in…
Medical marijuana is gaining traction across the US. To date, 33 states have legalized pot for medicinal purposes. In 10 states plus Washington D.C. marijuana is legal for both medical and recreational use. So, what about using weed to manage digestive diseases? Good question. The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation recently commissioned a white paper summarizing all…