Your gastrointestinal tract breaks down the food you eat into nutrients that your body absorbs to provide energy. Fueling your body with a balanced diet ensures your GI tract has the nutrients available to function optimally and may reduce the risk of gastrointestinal complications in the future. The post Nutrition Importance appeared first on Singaram Gastroenterology ..read more

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month! Here’s an article with tips and treatment options for parents to keep their kids happy and healthy. The prevalence of childhood obesity has increased dramatically over the last 40 years. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity has nearly tripled between 1975 and 2016. An estimated 4% of children were overweight or obese in 1975. In 2016, as many as 18% were overweight or obese – more than 124 million children globally. Obesity in children is caused from a variety of factors including genetic background, developmental programming ..read more

Globally, colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related death. May 29th is World Digestive Health Day. It was established in 2003 in honor of the 45th anniversary of the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO). Every year, the WGO chooses a different focus for its campaign. The past two years have been focused on The gastrointestinal tract is vital to your overall health because it allows your body to absorb nutrients from food and liquids and remove waste. GI diseases and other health conditions can interfere with this process and lead to nutrient deficiencies, maln ..read more

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Singaram Gastroenterology (DBA Midwest Medical Care) is a proud sponsor of the Dakota Alliance Legends team. We would like to congratulate them on winning the 2022 National President’s Cup this past weekend! Great job, ladies! The post Proud Sponsorship appeared first on Singaram Gastroenterology ..read more

May 19th is World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day! If you would like to support the research to find a cure for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease, you can follow the link below to find more information on how to help. Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease, collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), are life-altering diseases that often lead to chronic inflammation, ongoing abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, weight loss, and fevers. The goal of World IBD day is to unite people in the fight against these medically incurable diseases that over 3 million people experience ..read more

April is National Stress Awareness Month! We all experience stress in different ways, but it’s important to make time for activities that help relieve stress. A few stress relief tactics we recommend are listed below… Going for a walk to clear your mind Doing yoga – whether it is self-guided or group-guided Getting outside and being active Reducing your caffeine intake Spending time with family, friends, or pets Journaling your thoughts and frustrations Minimizing screen time – phone, tv, video games, etc. Coloring, drawing or painting – anything artistic. Taking a nap or relaxing Reading a g ..read more

There are 11 foods that are beneficial to your body to promote healthy digestion. 1. Garlic Garlic might not sound like the best thing for you, but it contains many beneficial nutrients that have positive effects on the tissues in your pancreas. Individuals that include garlic in their diet have a 54% lower risk of getting pancreatic cancer according to a study published by the National Cancer Institute. 2. Probiotic Yogurt Consuming 3 servings of fat free or low-fat yogurt that contains active cultures is recommended by the National Cancer Institute. This will improve digestion and reduce ..read more

Cold weather can make even the most motivated exercise enthusiast want to pack up their exercise gear until spring. But you don’t have to put your fitness routine on hold when the temperatures drop. With proper planning, cold-weather exercise can be both safe and enjoyable. Layering with a synthetic base layer can help pull sweat away from your body and keep you dry. Always avoid cotton base layers that stay wet next to your skin putting you at risk for hypothermia. Always use an insulating layer such as a fleece jacket or wool sweater overtop the base layer and a breathable, wind and water-r ..read more

We are FINALLY done! As you may have noticed, we are completely done remodeling the clinic! We had to do it in phases to keep seeing patients on a daily basis, so that is why it took us so long. We apologize for the mess that came along with the remodel, but we can assure you it won’t be happening again. We are very happy with the result and we hope the new, modern environment makes our patients feel more comfortable. The post The Remodel Process appeared first on Singaram Gastroenterology ..read more