Experiencing gas, bloat and an occasional unladylike passing of gas happens to the best of us but when it happens frequently or is accompanied by nausea and right sided abdominal pain under the ribs...now we'll pay attention. Gallbladder disease develops

Do You Have IBS?IBS, stands for irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is a group of very common symptoms such as: Gas Chronic bloating Cramping Constipation DiarrheaWe all experience mild gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort every now and then with the sy

It could be your thyroid! So, you've gone to your doc complaining of how tired you've been, and they run some tests.  Chances are they'll miss early and suboptimal thyroid function, why?  Because many doctors still only order a TSH (blood test f

Gas, bloat and constipation can happen occasionally and for a variety of reasons but when it causes you pain and affects your lifestyle it's time to get some help. Gas, bloat and constipation can benign or more problematic, either way finding relief is th

Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the primary cause of low thyroid function. What is Hashimoto's? Will thyroid meds make you feel better? Should dietary inflammation be considered as another cause of Hashimoto's? Listen as Dr. Plank discusses Hashimoto's Thyroid

In this episode we start our discussion of the various overlooked hormones and how they can affect your mood, intimacy and confidence.  Hormones affect your overall health and specifically your weight but are rarely tested. Join me and a panel of wel

Hi! On today's episode I want to delve into the ethical, medical and nutritional issues of oral birth control pill usage. “The pill” was first marketed in the 1960’s, it’s purpose was contraception, but with any medication comes side effects and quickly,

Today we’re talking women's health, we’ll be talking hormones, hot flashes, symptoms and birth control pills. Most women report getting some combination of symptoms such as bloating, mild cramps, headaches, and moodiness, all of which are totally normal.&

How many of you at some point in the last week when you were sliding into your favorite shorts or maybe the swimsuit said to yourself, “I have to lose some weight?” What’s happening? Why do we know we want to eat differently, but consume food without thin

When has your doctor had a discussion with you about your weight?  At a recent speaking engagement I did not a single woman said their doctor had talked to them about their weight. Our healthcare system doesn’t have an answer for weight other than st