Digestive System

Digestive disorders can be caused by a wide range of factors, including genetic deficiencies in a person's ability to digest and absorb certain nutrients (for example, the milk sugar lactose or the wheat protein gluten), diseases such as diverticulitis or irritable bowel syndrome that affect gut function, or prior gastrointestinal surgeries performed to treat diseases or produce weight loss. The Center for Weight Management medical staff will verify the source of your digestive problems and create a diet designed to support your nutritional needs and overall health.

Stomach and Gallbladder Diseases

Stress, food sensitivities, diseases like acid reflux or ulcers, and poor eating habits can cause stomach discomfort. The IMC Center for Nutrition & Weight Management medical staff will work with you and your primary care physician to understand the source of your stomach discomfort, create an eating plan designed to support your nutritional needs, and improve your stomach function and overall health.

If you have mild gallbladder disease, you may benefit from eating a low-fat diet while using medications prescribed by your physician to treat the condition. Eating smaller, more frequent meals can also help improve your comfort level.