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The vagus nerve is like a superhighway transporting vital info between brain and other organs. It runs from brain to large intestine.

Anatomy: 

The left vagus nerve runs behind the left bronchus and into the esophagus and the right vagus nerve runs behind the esophagus and into...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is such a common diagnosis now and days. I think it is sometimes over diagnosed. It is challenging because there is no test you can do to confirm the diagnosis, it is a disorder from exclusion. This means that tests are done to rule out other disorders first.

Very...

Feeling constipated while traveling, we generally dot talk about it, but odds are most of us have experienced it at least once. By reading this blog you will have a better idea at how to deal with constipation in general and while traveling. I know it can be an uncomfortable topic but GI health...

Let’s talk a bit about eating mindfully, it can be a challenge especially in our busy and chaotic world to focus on your food at mealtimes. By reading this post you will learn what mindful eating is, benefits of mindful eating, and a mindful eating exercise. As a dietitian nutritionist I...

Thai food is flavorful, unique, and delicious. Traditionally, Thai cuisine culinary techniques were mainly stewing, baking, and grilling. Thai cuisine was influenced by the Chinese as well and with that tofu, soy sauce, fermented soybean paste, stir frying, and deep frying came into Thai cuisine....

While in Europe I was traveling through England for 10 days and Greece for 10 days. Traveling through England was more expensive but a breeze to travel through because they are English speaking and developed. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of gluten free alternatives there was in...

What food is costa rica known for?

What is Costa Rican food known for? Fresh fruit is plentiful in Costa Rica, passionfruit, guava, papaya, jocotes, and mango are some of the common fruits found in Costa Rica. Bananas are actually not native to Costa Rica, but they grow abundantly there...

Turmeric:

Turmeric is a root that looks somewhat similar to ginger. It is bright orange, commonly used in Indian cuisine, and is typically found in powdered form. Traditionally turmeric is used for skin disorders (psoriasis and eczema) as well as wound healing, poor digestion, and to enhance...

Beginning the trip with about a 7-hour flight to Costa Rica. There is only so much you can pack food-wise on a flight ahead of time. Not feeling well digestively may be an issue with many travelers as they are traveling. Figuring out what to eat, how much, and healthier options at airports can be...

Oh, olive oil! Great taste and the pillar of Mediterranean cuisine. Good olive oil is known to come from Greece, Spain, and Italy. Greece is the third largest producer of olive oil, most of it being produced in the island of Crete. Approximately 90% of olive oil coming from Crete is extra virgin....