Managing Celiac Disease with the Gluten-Free Diet
Registered dietitian Emily Rubin of the Jefferson Celiac Center answers some important questions about leading a gluten-free lifestyle.
Archive | Digestive Diseases
Why Colorectal Cancer Screening Is So Important
Jefferson gastroenterologist Marianne Ritchie, MD, talks about colorectal cancer screening and why it’s essential you get screened by someone highly skilled and trained in the field.
You’ve Had a Colonoscopy – What Do The Results Mean?
Well, you did it. You got your screening and your doctor has given you the results. Now what? Are you free and clear for 10 years, 5 years? Here’s a quick guide to understanding the results.
Weigh Less, Live More
Bariatric surgery can help break the cycle of morbid obesity, getting you on the road to a healthier, slimmer new you. If you’re interested in learning more about bariatric surgery, come to Jefferson’s free seminar.
Build Your Bones by Eating Green
Remember how your mother used to nag you to eat your vegetables, and now that you’re a parent, you do it to your kids? On top of all the benefits of eating vegetables, there is something you may not know – by eating greens, you are tapping into an excellent source of calcium.