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Gut-brain in plain English.

Research, mechanism, and small daily decisions. Written by an ER physician for the cluster of people the textbooks keep missing.

Bloating and IBS

Why most probiotics don't work for DGBI.

The probiotic aisle promises a healthier gut. The trials tell a different story. Most over-the-counter probiotics are sold on a single assumption: swallow a...

Mar 26, 2026
Bloating and IBS

SIBO vs IBS: how to tell them apart.

People treat SIBO and IBS like two different diseases. In clinic, they overlap so much that the label often matters less than what you...

Mar 26, 2026
gut-brain

Why hot showers stop nausea (and when they don't).

If a scalding shower is the only thing that stops your nausea, your body is telling you something specific. In emergency departments, that single...

Mar 26, 2026
Allithiamine vs benfotiamine: which B1 wins for the gut?
Vitamins & Supplements

Allithiamine vs benfotiamine: which B1 wins for the gut?

Benfotiamine and allithiamine are premium vitamin B1 options with different strengths. Learn why BellyMD uses benfotiamine in MGB+ Calm and allithiamine in MGB+ Clear...

Feb 5, 2025
The gut-brain axis, plainly explained.
Gut-Brain

The gut-brain axis, plainly explained.

The gut-brain connection isn’t just a feeling—it’s a complex, bidirectional communication system that affects everything from digestion to emotions.

Dec 10, 2024
Wired-and-tired: the nervous-system pattern under most DGBI.
Nervous System

Wired-and-tired: the nervous-system pattern under most DGBI.

Recognizing the signs early can help you take action. Learn the five common patterns that suggest your nervous system needs support.

Dec 5, 2024
Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome: what it is, who gets it, how it's treated.
CVS

Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome: what it is, who gets it, how it's treated.

CVS can be debilitating, but understanding your patterns is the first step toward finding stability and reducing episode frequency.

Dec 5, 2024
Magnesium glycinate vs oxide vs citrate: which one for the gut?
Ingredients

Magnesium glycinate vs oxide vs citrate: which one for the gut?

Not all magnesium is created equal. Learn the science behind different magnesium forms and why glycinate is often the best choice for gut-brain support.

Nov 28, 2024
IBS vs IBD: a one-letter difference that changes everything.
Bloating & IBS

IBS vs IBD: a one-letter difference that changes everything.

These conditions sound similar but are fundamentally different. Here's how to understand which patterns apply to you.

Nov 28, 2024
How to layer Clear, Cool, and Calm.
Choosing a Stack

How to layer Clear, Cool, and Calm.

Not sure where to start? We break down how to match your patterns to the right combination of targeted support.

Nov 15, 2024
Functional dyspepsia: the forgotten diagnosis.
Reflux & Dyspepsia

Functional dyspepsia: the forgotten diagnosis.

That uncomfortable fullness after eating might be more than occasional indigestion. Understanding functional dyspepsia patterns.

Nov 10, 2024
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