Singh MM. Integrative Approaches to Managing
Gut Health.
Curr Gastroenterol Rep 2024:10.1007/s11894-024-00927-7. [PMID:
38472695 DOI:
10.1007/s11894-024-00927-7]
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Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW
To summarize key integrative approaches to managing common gastrointestinal conditions.
RECENT FINDINGS
Lifestyle interventions like diet, exercise, and stress reduction impact the gut microbiome and gastrointestinal symptoms. Evidence supports mind-body therapies, herbs, certain supplements, and other modalities as complimentary approaches, when appropriate, for common conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or gastroesophageal reflux disease. An integrative approach optimizes both conventional treatments and incorporates lifestyle modifications, complimentary modalities, and the doctor-patient relationship.
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