Restoring the Gut Microbiome After Antibiotics

by Dr. John Gannage | Jun 12, 2023 | Blog, Gut Health

Antibiotics are commonly prescribed for all kinds of infections. Unfortunately, antibiotics not only kill bad bacteria but also diminish beneficial microbes. This can lead to gut microbiome imbalance, increasing the risk of chronic inflammation, digestive symptoms,...

How to Select the Right Probiotics

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 27, 2023 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health

How to Select the Right Probiotics Probiotic supplements have gained popularity in recent years. More and more people are aware of the importance of gut microbiome health and probiotics. But with so many probiotic supplement brands on the market, it can be...

IBS Updates: New Insights to Treatment for IBS

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 6, 2023 | Gut Health

Are you experiencing symptoms of IBS? Do you feel lost reading about different dietary and other treatments for IBS? I have good news for you. Some research evidence may give you some new insight into the treatment options for IBS. In this article, I want to talk...

Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 6, 2023 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health

Did you know that your gut health affects your entire body, not just your digestion?  Sure, digestion is a big part of it. After all, your body cannot just use food in the form that exists on your plate. Starting with chewing, through to the digestion process, your...

Blending or Juicing: What’s Better For Your Health

by Dr. John Gannage | Sep 28, 2022 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Nutrition

Do you eat enough fruits and vegetables in a day? Be honest. If your answer is no, you are not alone. According to a 2011 study published in the Journal of Nutrition, most people in the United States don’t meet their nutrient requirements through their diet (1)....

Candida Revisited: A Persistent Foe

by Dr. John Gannage | Jul 6, 2022 | Blog, Featured, General Wellness, Gut Health, Integrative Medicine

The term Candida is thrown around every day. But do you know what Candida is and how it may affect your body?  Many people think that Candida is only responsible for vaginal yeast infections. In reality, Candida overgrowth can affect your entire body. It may lead to...

Collagen: What Are Connective Tissues + Connective Tissue Disorders (Part 1/2)

by Dr. John Gannage | May 24, 2022 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Heart Health, Hormonal Imbalance, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition, Skin Health

Collagen supplements have become increasingly popular for joint, bone, skin, and connective tissue health. But what is collagen and do you really need it? Collagen is the primary connective tissue protein. It is the most abundant protein in your body. It is absolutely...

Managing GERD – Other Ways to Help Heartburn (Part 2 of 2)

by Dr. John Gannage | May 11, 2022 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

In part 1 of this GERD series, you learned about what GERD is, its symptoms, and common underlying issues hiding behind acid reflux and heartburn. In part 2, I want to go over my recommendations on how to manage GERD and improve your symptoms naturally. Let’s get into...

GERD: The Importance of Stomach Acid (Part 1 of 2)

by Dr. John Gannage | May 3, 2022 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

rAcid reflux, heartburn, feeling a lump in your throat and disrupted sleep. Are you dealing with these symptoms on a daily basis? You may be dealing with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) due to a backflow of stomach acid. Don’t worry, I’ve got you. In a two-part...