Find the perfect gluten-free gift idea here By Amy Burkhart, MD, RD | Dr. Burkhart is the only physician in the United States who is also a registered dietitian and board-certified in integrative medicine. Are you looking for unique gluten-free gifts for friends or family who follow a gluten-free diet? Want something special? Look no further. …
The Low FODMAP Diet Improves IBS Symptoms More Than MedicationMeds Not As Effective For Irritable Bowel Syndrome As Diet By Amy Burkhart MD, RD A new study found a low-fodmap diet more helpful than medication in decreasing the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Just four weeks on a low-FODMAP diet improved common symptoms…
Bulletproof CoffeeQuestions, Answers & Recipe By Amy Burkhart MD, RD What is bulletproof coffee? Does it live up to its health claims of aiding weight loss and improving memory, focus, and energy? Are there any other benefits or risks to this popular morning elixir, or is the hype too good to be true? Is…
Histamine Intolerance and IBS By Amy Burkhart MD, RD In a previous article, I described the condition called histamine intolerance (HIT) and how to treat it. It is important information for anyone continuing to struggle with digestive or other health problems. Histamine intolerance often occurs in people with IBS. Until recently, accepting HIT as a “real”…
Kale, Onion, and Black Bean Arepas. By Amy Burkhart MD, RD SERVINGS: 8 SERVING SIZE: 1 arepa with ⅓ cup filling (71 grams) PREP TIME: 10 minutes COOKING TIME: 25 minutes Ingredients 2 cups pre-cooked white cornmeal flour 3 tablespoons (37 milliliters) vegetable oil, divided ¼ cup diced onions 1 cup drained canned black beans 3 cups…