Dr. Robynne Chutkan, MD

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How are carbohydrates digested?

Carbohydrates are broken down in the small intestine, mostly into simple sugars, then they are

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Why should I avoid foods made with white flour?

Foods made with white flour are associated with more glucose release and insulin production,

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What is resistant starch?

Resistant starch is a carbohydrate that is not broken down into sugar in the small intestine; it

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What are the health benefits of using resistant starch flour?

Using resistant starch flour has a lot of health benefits; it has more fiber, fewer calories and

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How can I maximize the benefits of eating resistant starch?

To maximize the benefits of eating resistant starches, there are some guidelines: eat pasta

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How can eating resistant starch protect me from disease?

Studies show there is a link between eating a diet high in resistant starches, and a decreased

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How can I manage leaky gut syndrome?

There’s no miracle cure for treating leaky gut, but there are things you can do if... Full Answer

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How is leaky gut syndrome diagnosed?

Leaky gut is a clinical diagnosis, and while there's no specific test that can tell you with... Full Answer

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What are symptoms of leaky gut syndrome?

In addition to bloating and digestive distress, a lot of the patients I see with leaky gut have a... Full Answer

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What causes leaky gut syndrome?

There's still much to be learned, but diet, chronic stress, certain medications and bacterial... Full Answer

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What is leaky gut syndrome?

Our digestive lining serves an important barrier function. It's like a net with very small... Full Answer

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Why is leaky gut syndrome difficult to diagnose?

Leaky gut can be a difficult diagnosis to establish for a number of reasons: It's associated... Full Answer

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What are the health benefits of eating pineapple?

Pineapple is rich in an enzyme called bromelain, which helps our bodies to digest protein.

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What is the best food to eat for digestive health?

Raw and fermented foods are the most important food sources you can eat to keep your

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How does good digestion affect my immune system?

Even with a healthy diet, if your digestive enzyme levels are low you may not get the

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