Broadly speaking, Metabolic Health is how well our bodies process blood sugar. When we eat something, our blood sugar rises quickly, and our body produces insulin to help drive that sugar into our cells so the body can use that energy to function. When metabolic health is not good, your body has trouble processing blood sugar and requires more insulin to move the glucose into your blood cells.
The start of a new year is a natural time to pause and reset. As 2026 begins, many people are thinking about how they want to feel in the year ahead: more comfortable, more energized, and more in control of their health. One area that’s often overlooked but plays a big role in how we feel every day is gut health.
Hemorrhoid banding is a minimally invasive, in-office procedure used to treat symptomatic internal hemorrhoids. At MNGI Digestive Health, the procedure involves placing a small rubber band around the base of the internal hemorrhoid. This causes the hemorrhoid to fall off within 1–2 weeks. Patients are required to undergo three treatments in 5-8 week intervals for the best long-term results.…
October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the vital importance of liver health and the steps that can be taken to prevent one of the most serious forms of cancer. At MNGI Digestive Health, our hepatology specialists are dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and supporting patients with liver conditions that, if left unchecked, can increase the risk of liver cancer.
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The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support your pelvic organs and help control your bowel movements. When these muscles don’t work as they should, it’s called pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD).
With PFD, the muscles may be too tight, making it hard to have a bowel movement, or too weak, leading to issues like leakage or loss of control. Some common symptoms include:
Celiac disease is more than just a food sensitivity; it's a serious autoimmune condition that requires lifelong dietary changes. For those newly diagnosed, the shift to a gluten-free lifestyle can feel overwhelming. But with the right support, knowledge, and resources, it’s manageable and can significantly improve your health and quality of life.
At MNGI Digestive Health, we’re here to walk with…
August marks Gastroparesis Awareness Month, a vital time to shed light on a digestive disorder that affects and often disrupts the lives of countless individuals. At MNGI Digestive Health, we’re committed to supporting patients on this journey toward understanding, managing, and treating gastroparesis.
What Is Gastroparesis?
If you’ve been told you might need a liver scan, it’s normal to feel uncertain or even a little nervous. But at MNGI Digestive Health, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. One of the most common tools we use to evaluate liver health is the FibroScan, a quick, non-invasive test that helps our care teams better understand how your liver is functioning.
What to Expect During Your…
