6410 W. Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River, FL 34429
352-563-2450
3653 E. Forest Drive
Inverness, FL 34452
Note: Please call during open hours to make appointments or submit information here, allow up to 48hrs for calls/messages to be returned.
Opening Hours:
MON 8:00am – 4:00pm
TUES 8:00am – 4:00pm
WED 8:00am – 4:00pm
THUR 8:00am – 4:00pm
FRI 8:00am – 4:00pm
SAT/SUN CLOSED
Due to Hurricane Helene, both our Crystal River/Inverness offices will be closed on Thursday, 26th. Both locations are scheduled to be OPEN on Friday, 27th. We hope to maintain power and internet services.
Citrus Endoscopy Center and Suncoast Endoscopy Center will be closed on Thursday, 26th and Friday, 27th.
For those that were scheduled for office visits and procedures, we will be working diligently to help reschedule you with the earliest available openings.
We urge everyone to stay safe! We will all get through this together!
Nutrition/Diets
1. FODMAP Diet:
- FODMAPs (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols) are certain types of carbohydrates that can be difficult to digest for some people.
- A low FODMAP diet involves restricting foods high in these carbohydrates to manage symptoms like bloating, gas, and abdominal pain, often associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
2. Gluten Intolerance (Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity):
- Gluten intolerance refers to a condition where individuals experience symptoms similar to those of celiac disease when they consume gluten-containing foods.
- These symptoms can include bloating, diarrhea, fatigue, and headaches.
- Unlike celiac disease, gluten intolerance does not involve an autoimmune response or damage to the small intestine.
3. Gastroparesis Diet:
- Gastroparesis is a condition where the stomach takes too long to empty its contents.
- A gastroparesis diet focuses on foods that are easier to digest and pass through the stomach, such as low-fiber foods, liquids, and smaller, more frequent meals.
- Avoiding foods high in fat or fiber can help manage symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and bloating.
4. Mediterranean Diet:
- The Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy eating plan inspired by the traditional diets of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.
- It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, and healthy fats like olive oil.
- This diet is rich in antioxidants and fiber, and studies suggest it may reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart disease.
5. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Diet:
- Inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract.
- A specific IBD diet may involve eating smaller, more frequent meals; avoiding trigger foods that worsen symptoms; and ensuring adequate nutrient intake, as IBD can affect nutrient absorption.