by Jean Widner | Jan 22, 2024 | Liver Surgery, General Health, Gastrointestinal Health
The liver is one of the body’s hardest-working organs. Without any breaks, it removes toxins from the bloodstream while managing the body’s nutrients and aiding in digestion. It’s also the heaviest internal organ, taking up a football-sized amount of...
by Jean Widner | Jan 17, 2024 | General Surgery, General Health, Gastrointestinal Health
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a digestive disorder, and it occurs when stomach acid flows up into the esophagus. The most common symptom of GERD is heartburn — a burning sensation in the chest after eating. Other symptoms may include trouble swallowing,...
by Jean Widner | Jan 10, 2024 | Pancreatic Diseases, General Health
Your pancreas lives in your abdomen, and it serves several functions: to aid in digestion, regulate blood sugar, stimulate stomach acids, manage appetite, and help convert food to energy or fuel for cells. It is part of the digestive and endocrine systems. From cancer...
