Innovative Primary Care Healthy Living Newsletter

Healthy Living Newsletter

Spotlight on Wellness

Healing a Hurting Belly

If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you are not alone - IBS is common with worldwide prevalence estimated at 9 percent to 23 percent of the population. Yet many people remain undiagnosed and unaware that their symptoms indicate a medically recognized disorder.

You may have IBS if you experience any of these conditions: abdominal pain; constipation or diarrhea; hypersecretion of colonic mucus; flatulence; nausea or anorexia; and varying degrees of anxiety or depression. While many other conditions may mimic the symptoms of IBS and should be ruled out by your provider, there are several things you can do to decrease discomfort and symptoms right now.

Innovative Primary Care suggests four important tips that may allow those experiencing IBS symptoms to achieve some relief.

#1 Increase dietary fiber

Dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates (foods found in their whole form that have not been refined) are useful in normalizing bowel function. The best types of fiber to add to your diet are water-soluble fiber found in vegetables, fruits, oat bran, guar, legumes (beans and peas), and psyllium seed powder. Though wheat and other grains are an excellent form of fiber, they aren't appropriate for anyone with allergic conditions. Slow and steady is best. Patients with diarrhea may find their issues are aggravated with the initial introduction of dietary fiber.

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IPC Team Profile
Dr. Xan Simonson

Please join us in welcoming IPC's newest Provider.

Playing doctor as a youngster wasn't just child's play, it was foreshadowing for a career in healthcare. Dr. Xan Simonson followed her passion starting with getting her EMT license by the ripe old age of 18. Yet her healthcare path wasn't a straight one. She diverged from studying medicine post-college and became an educator for 25 years with a focus on science. But when confronted with the needs of her aging and ill parents, Dr. Simonson returned to her passion of medicine and became a certified NMD or Naturopathic Medical Doctor.

More on Dr. Simonson

Food for Life

Non-irritating and Brain Boosting Food Options

One of Dr. Levitt's most trusted sources for dietary inspiration is Dr. David Perlmutter, a Board-Certified Neurologist and Fellow of the American College of Nutrition. Dr. Perlmutter is convinced that the path to a healthy brain is through a healthy gut.

Dr. Perlmutter has made many recipes available that offer gluten free and low glycemic index (GI) options. Though Dr. Perlmutter does not directly address IBS in his work, many of the recommended foods are compatible with those recommended for individuals experiencing IBS.

We've selected a Chardonnay Baked Fish to recommend this month. Pair this with the Roasted Artichoke, and you've got a mighty healthy and sensitive-friendly meal.

Bon appetit!

Supplement Support

Digestive Aids

"I like it when my stomach is upset," said nobody. If you have discussed irritable stomach issues with your Provider, it's likely they recommended one or more of the Digestion Detox & Regularity supplements offered by Innovative Primary Care. Click on any of the carefully-vetted supplements below to learn more about how they might aid in comforting your stomach.

Candida Stat - CandidaStat supports the body's natural system in maintaining friendly flora and a healthy yeast balance.
DGL Plus - DGL Plus® is a combination of herbal extracts designed to support a healthy gastrointestinal tract and helps in preventing acid reflux and heartburn.
L Glutamine Powder - In the gut, glutamine maintains healthy integrity of the intestinal tract and enhances the protective mucosal lining.
Probiotic Plus - A comprehensive multiple strain probiotic with the pre-biotic Inulin, to help establish healthy colonies at a more successful rate.
Similase - Similase GFCF provide enzymes that are active across a broad pH range in the digestive tract, so it helps break down foods and relieves occasional gas, bloating, and constipation.

Feel free to visit our office to learn more about the featured supplements or ask your IPC Provider for more details at your next visit. You can place an order through our website or by calling us at 480.776.0626. Payment is required at the time the order is placed.