Age Management of West Michigan Blog

Are your symptoms because of mold?

There are hundreds upon hundreds of mold species. A majority live in harmony with humans, rarely contributing to disease. But there are...

Non-PPI solution for Acid Reflux (GERD)

If eating creates a burning sensation in your chest, or find yourself coughing and clearing your throat; these may be a sign of...

The Damaging Effects of Dysbiosis

It’s been said before, but a majority of our immune system lies within our gut. Immune cells are always on patrol looking for harmful...

Comprehensive Stool Testing in Functional Medicine

Functional medicine focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues rather than merely managing symptoms....

What You Need to Know About Leaky Gut Syndrome

Your gut barrier is a gateway to your body that controls and permits the absorption of helpful substances. A healthy gut barrier is...

Food Allergy vs Sensitivity vs Intolerance

These three terms are often used interchangeably, after experiencing uncomfortable digestive symptoms from food; but there is a...

The Power of Digestion

One of the main functions of the GI tract is to digest food and absorb nutrients from it. Digestion actually begins in the brain; when we...

A Healthy Gut for Healthy Immunity

The gastrointestinal barrier controls and permits the absorption of helpful substances into the bloodstream while keeping out those that...

Understanding Constipation and Natural Treatment Options

Constipation is a very common condition affecting about 14% of the US population. Females and elderly are more likely to report...

How to (Finally) Relieve Bloating and GI Discomfort

Bloating? Abdominal Pain? Gas? Although not many want to talk about it, almost everyone experiences these symptoms at some point....

Understanding the Gastrointestinal System

The role of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and its contribution to health and disease has gained much momentum over the years and has...