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As digital health technology continues to evolve, tools like AI and VR are being explored as new ways to help support people living with disorders of gut-brain interaction and other GI conditions. From relaxation techniques to symptom management support, emerging technologies may offer new opportunities to complement traditional care. Follow the link to check out our conversation highlighting advancements in VR with Dr. Brennan Spiegel.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fCTYfe0OjA

Your digestive system works hard every day… so how can you help support it?

Small habits may have a bigger impact than you think. Eating a variety of foods, slowing down at mealtime, staying active, managing stress, and giving your gut time to rest are all ways that may help support digestive wellness.

Learn more at IFFGD.org.

Your gut microbiome plays an important role in digestive health, but did you know it’s constantly changing throughout life?

The gut microbiome is a complex community of microorganisms that helps support digestion and interacts with many systems throughout the body. Because everyone’s microbiome is unique, understanding what can influence it may help us better understand digestive health as a whole.

IBS may come along for the trip- but it doesn’t have to take over the vacation.

Travel can mean new foods, changing schedules, busy itineraries, and a break from routine- all things that may affect symptoms. The good news? Small adjustments and knowing what works best for your body can help make time away feel more enjoyable.

https://iffgd.org/resources/publication-library/travel-tips-help-ibs-sufferers-enjoy-their-vacations/

Many of today’s treatments, medications, and medical advances were made possible because patients chose to participate in research. Clinical trials help researchers better understand conditions, evaluate potential treatments, and move us closer to improved care options.

For people living with GI disorders, participation in research can help ensure patient experiences and unmet needs are represented in the development of future therapies. While clinical trials aren’t the right fit for everyone, learning about available opportunities is one way to stay informed and support progress in digestive health.

Behind every data point is a person navigating the daily challenges of gastroparesis.

Our gastroparesis patient survey helped shed light on the real-world impact of this condition, from symptom burden and quality of life challenges to how patients weigh treatment risks in hopes of meaningful relief.

Swipe through to explore key findings and hear what the gastroparesis community shared. By listening to patient experiences, we can better advocate for awareness, research, and improved treatment options for those living with GP.

June is recognized as National Scleroderma Awareness Month! This rare disorder is a chronic connective tissue disease that can affect the skin and internal organs. After the skin, the GI tract is one of the most commonly affected organ systems. Understanding the connection between scleroderma and digestive health is an important step toward earlier recognition, symptom management, and support.

This month's 5 Minutes in GI focuses on GLP-1 medications and how these can affect how the digestive system works, sometimes slowing digestion and leading to symptoms like nausea, bloating, or fullness. To learn more, watch the video linked below.

https://youtu.be/09TvXU3xbSs

The large intestine plays a key role in the final stages of digestion-absorbing water, forming stool, and storing waste before it’s eliminated. It also helps move waste through the body through coordinated muscle contractions, keeping everything on track.

When this process is disrupted, it can lead to symptoms like constipation or diarrhea.

Learn more: https://aboutgimotility.org/learn-about-gi-motility/disorders-of-the-large-intestine/

Most food allergies are linked to just a small group of foods.

Milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish account for the majority of allergic reactions.

Understanding these common allergens is an important step in creating safer, more informed spaces for those affected.