Prokinetic drug classes discussed in this episode:

Rebecca Sand ND, LAc, MSOM - ⁠⁠https://www.drrebeccasand.com/⁠⁠

Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM” - ⁠⁠https://www.amikapadia.com/⁠⁠

Ilana Gurevich ND, FABNG, MSOM - https://openwellnesspdx.com/

This is Part 1 of a three part series on prokinetics. Dr. Sand leads a discussion on what prokinetics are and walks us through serotonin agonists and dopamine antagonists. If you haven't heard, there is a connection between the gut and the brain!

Dr. Rebecca Sand - Naturopathic Medicine | Dr. Rebecca Sand | Portland
Dr. Ami Kapadia - Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM

Dr. Ilana Gurevich - ⁠Open Wellness PDX | Gastroenterology & Naturopathic Physicians located in Portland, OR

In this episode, the Turd Nerds discuss a protocol for preventing traveler's diarrhea and foodborne illness while traveling. The protocol includes the use of enzymes, probiotics (specifically Saccharomyces boulardii and spore-based probiotics), and immunoglobulins. They also provide advice on food choices to avoid while traveling. The Turd Nerds share patient stories and emphasize the importance of protecting the gut and preventing illness while traveling.

Ilana Gurevich ND, FABNG, LAc, MSOM - ⁠https://www.naturopathicgastro.com/⁠

Rebecca Sand ND, LAc, MSOM - ⁠⁠https://www.drrebeccasand.com/⁠⁠

Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM” - ⁠⁠https://www.amikapadia.com/⁠⁠

Join Dr. Gurevich in a break down of when and how to use stool SIgA in clinical practice. The doctors discuss:

- What is SIgA?

- What does it tell us about your immune system?

- How to analyze SIgA in clinical practice?

- How lab values and set

- How to interpret labs with an informed but skeptical view

- What dietary and lifestyle modifications and change this marker

- What supplements can impact the SIgA results

Learn more about us at:

Ilana Gurevich ND, FABNG, LAc, MSOM - ⁠https://www.openwellnesspdx.com

Rebecca Sand ND, LAc, MSOM - ⁠⁠https://www.drrebeccasand.com/⁠⁠

Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM - ⁠⁠https://www.amikapadia.com/⁠⁠

In this pearl packed episode, Dr. Ilana Gurevich leads us through treatment options for traveler's diarrhea and food poisoning. We discuss supplements/medications to keep on hand, when to add what, and dietary tips to get our patients feeling better.

Ilana Gurevich ND, FABNG, LAc, MSOM - ⁠https://www.naturopathicgastro.com/⁠

Rebecca Sand ND, LAc, MSOM - ⁠⁠https://www.drrebeccasand.com/⁠⁠

Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM - ⁠⁠https://www.amikapadia.com/⁠⁠

In this second episode on fatigue, Dr's Kapadia, Sand and Gurevich discuss more details on the workup and treatment of fatigue.

Topics covered include:

- underlying medical conditions to consider/work-up

- lab testing

- nutrient deficiencies

- sleep disorders

- adaptogens

- mitochondrial support

- the clinical picture of different types of fatigue

Dr. Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM: ⁠https://www.amikapadia.com/⁠

Dr. Ilana Gurevich, ND, LAc: https://www.naturopathicgastro.com/

Dr. Rebecca Sand, ND, LAc: https://www.drrebeccasand.com/

The Turds dive into the mystery of GI-related fatigue with Dr. Ami Kapadia, breaking down how everything from sleep habits to blood sugar can zap your energy. They dish out practical tips on improving sleep hygiene, balancing lifestyle habits, and how even caffeine, alcohol, and antihistamines could be dragging you down. Curious about the impact of intermittent fasting or wondering which supplements actually help? The Turds cover it all.

Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM” - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amikapadia.com/⁠⁠⁠

Rebecca Sand ND, LAc, MSOM - ⁠⁠https://www.drrebeccasand.com/⁠⁠

Ilana Gurevich ND, FABNG, LAc, MSOM - ⁠https://www.naturopathicgastro.com/⁠

Vegetarian/vegan enzyme supplements

Dr. Ilana Gurevich continues the discussion about enzyme options for our patients. Here, the doctors cover plant-based enzymes. Did you know that different enzymes work at different pH levels? Did you know that it matters when you dose the enzyme depending on what kind if enzyme it is? Dr. Gurevich goes through what all those long ingredients are on enzyme supplement bottles and tells us when to use each of them!

Don't forget to go back and listen to the Animal-based Enzymes episode released 8/8/23!

Dr. Ilana Gurevich - ⁠www.NaturopathicGastro.com⁠

Dr. Rebecca Sand - https://www.drrebeccasand.com

Dr. Ami Kapadia - https://www.amikapadia.com

In this episode we make sense of enzyme supplements, specifically the enzymes derived from animal sources.

Dr. Ilana Gurevich schools us on dozing, use and monitoring for animal-based enzymes. You'll learn how to select animal vs plan based products, when to consider this for your patients, and what conditions should be on your radar. You'll also finally get some clarity on the prescription vs supplement versions!

Dr. Ilana Gurevich - ⁠www.NaturopathicGastro.com⁠

Dr. Ami Kapadia - https://www.amikapadia.com

Dr. Rebecca Sand - https://www.drrebeccasand.com

Dr's Sand, Kapadia and Gurevich continue their discussion of Endometriosis. In this episode, Dr. Sand leads us in a discussion of Endometriosis and how it relates to the microbiome as well as botanical/nutraceutical support that can help symptoms of Endo. Listen for a comprehensive discussion and approach to endometriosis management.

Topics covered:

#endometriosis #endometriosistreatment #endo #microbiome #probiotics #sporeformingprobiotics #lactobacilli #bacteroides #botanicals #angelica #vitex #redrasberry #SIBO #antibiotics #estrogendominance #ginger #gingerol #crampbark

Dr. Rebecca Sand, ND, LAc: ⁠https://www.drrebeccasand.com/

Dr. Ilana Gurevich, ND, LAc: https://www.naturopathicgastro.com/

Dr. Ami Kapadia, MD, ABFM, ABIHM: https://www.amikapadia.com/