Prioritize your health
Did you know that chronic conditions can often trigger serious complications and result in visits to the ER or hospitalizations?
Published data shows that staying connected to medical personnel between office visits helps the overall health of the patients.
Our digestive systems rely heavily on nutrition, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle is the key to living a healthy life. Allied Digestive Health’s nutrition program was developed with your total care in mind. ADH prioritizes a holistic patient care approach, where nutrition is an integral component.
It is highly recommended that you follow a specific treatment plan for many gastrointestinal conditions in order to improve and treat the conditions. Our registered dietitian nutritionists will provide a complete assessment and develop a tailored strategy to promote greater health.
Conditions & Diseases Treated
Our nutrition program is designed to treat a variety of gastrointestinal conditions, including:
- Fatty liver disease
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Excessive bloating or flatulence
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis)
- General wellness and preventative health
- Celiac disease
- Diverticular disease
- Gastrointestinal cancers (esophageal, stomach, intestinal, colon, liver, pancreatic)
- Excess weight gain or loss (including developing structured weight management plans)
- Swallowing disorders
- Eosinophilic esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Food intolerances
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
How the Process Works
- Schedule an appointment: email nutrition@adhgi.com
- One of our nutritionists will follow up and work with you on verifying your insurance
- Your nutritionist will email you a set of pre-appointment forms to complete prior
to your visit
Meet Our Dietitians
“My passion for wellness and positivity allows me to bring a mix of knowledge, resources, and guidance to my patients. I focus my counseling style on empowering and redirecting to implement realistic lasting changes specific to nutrition, stress management, behavior changes, and activity. My mission is to work with you to develop a personalized strategy to meet your goals and generate a happier and healthier life.”
“I am passionate about guiding my patients to prioritize their health, as nutrition and wellness can positively impact all aspects of their life. With nutrition, there is no one size fits all solution. I believe in a personalized, realistic, and sustainable approach that encompasses the whole person and their unique needs. It is my goal to guide you to make healthy choices in all areas of your life including balanced nutrition, developing a healthier relationship with food, mindfulness, behavior change, stress management, and activity. I will strive to teach you the tools you need to feel your best, optimize your health, and successfully achieve your goals.”
FAQ
It is widely accepted that our diet affects our gut health, however, in recent years there has been more research focusing on the relationship between physical activity and our microbiome. Some studies have shown that incorporating 30-60 minutes of physical activity at least 3 days per week can help to increase the population and diversity of the gut flora. However, it is important to maintain this level of physical activity as these changes can reverse if an individual returns to a less active lifestyle.
A team at Monash University, located in Australia, conducted diet-related research on individuals with IBS. Through their research they developed The low FODMAP diet which uses a 3-phased approach to help people identify potential food triggers for their IBS. The initial elimination phase is not intended for long term use, and patients should complete phase two involving the reintroduction of various food categories. It is important to work with a dietitian while doing the low FODMAP diet for appropriate guidance and assessment of outcomes.
This is an individualized approach as each person has a different lifestyle. The best weight loss plan is a realistic one that can fit into your day without significantly impacting your quality of life. Generally speaking, it will likely involve adjusting the amount and timing of meals/snacks in addition to incorporating or increasing physical activity levels
The cause of a food intolerance may be due to a variety of factors including a lack of specific digestive enzymes or a hypersensitivity within the digestive tract. It is helpful to work with a dietitian to identify specific foods within your diet to avoid while maintaining the most liberalized diet as possible.
Both ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD) fall within the inflammatory bowel disease category of gastrointestinal illnesses. The two illnesses differ based on where the inflammation occurs, the appearance of the damaged areas, and the affected location within the gastrointestinal tract. In the case of UC, the inflammation is present only in the large intestine (colon and rectum) and damaged areas appear in a continuous pattern within the affected region. In patients with CD, the damaged areas have a patchy appearance and can affect any part of the GI tract, however, most frequently appearing in the ileum (the third portion of the small intestine).
For more information, speak with your doctor’s office about making an appointment with an ADH dietitian.
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Can Too Much Fiber Cause Constipation?
It is possible to consume too much fiber, especially if it is not balanced with adequate water intake. Fiber requires water to move smoothly through the digestive system.
The Risks of Ignoring Your Lactose Intolerance
When lactose intolerance is ignored, or the lactose remains undigested, it can lead to uncomfortable symptoms and health complications.
We now offer FibroScan in our office, a non-invasive and painless medical examination that assesses the degree of liver fibrosis and steatosis (fatty liver) by measuring liver stiffness. Unlike traditional methods such as liver biopsy, which can be invasive and uncomfortable, FibroScan offers a more patient-friendly alternative.
Benefits:
Non-Invasive Procedure:
- One of the most significant advantages of FibroScan is that it eliminates the need for invasive procedures like liver biopsy. Patients can now undergo a quick and painless examination without the associated discomfort and recovery time.
Accurate and Reliable Results:
- FibroScan provides accurate and reliable results, allowing our medical team to assess the health of your liver with precision. This information is crucial for the early detection of liver diseases, enabling timely intervention and personalized treatment plans.
Convenience and Efficiency:
- Having FibroScan available in our office means that you can receive prompt and convenient testing without the need for referrals or visits to external facilities. This streamlines the diagnostic process and ensures that you receive timely results, facilitating quicker decision-making regarding your health.
Monitoring Disease Progression:
- For individuals with chronic liver conditions, FibroScan offers a valuable tool for monitoring the progression of the disease. Regular scans allow us to track changes in liver health over time, enabling us to make informed adjustments to your treatment plan when necessary.
What to Expect:
When you visit our office for a FibroScan, you can expect a comfortable and straightforward experience. The procedure involves placing a small probe on the skin’s surface, which sends a painless vibration into the liver. The device then measures the speed of the sound wave passing through the liver tissue, providing immediate results.
Next Steps:
If you believe that FibroScan may be beneficial for you or if you have any questions about the procedure, please do not hesitate to reach out to our office. Our dedicated team is here to guide you through the process and ensure that you have a positive and informed experience.
Locations Offering FibroScan
New Jersey
Advanced Gastroenterology Associates
Gastroenterology Medical Associates (Harold Tepler, MD and Jeffrey Raskin, MD)
GI Services (Andre Fedida, MD and Jennifer Brown, DO)
Hudson County Gastroenterology (Mauricio Zapiach, MD)
Jersey Shore Gastroenterology
Monmouth Gastroenterology
Red Bank Gastroenterology
Satya Kastuar, MD
The Gastroenterology Group of Northern New Jersey
New York
All Island Gastroenterology
Brooklyn Gastroenterology & Endoscopy
David Wolfson, MD
Digestive Disease Associates of Rockland
Digestive Healthcare Associates
Gastrointestinal Care of Long Island
Long Island Gastroenterology Specialists
North Shore Gastroenterology Associates
Riverdale Gastroenterology & Liver Diseases
Allied Digestive Health now offers infusion therapy for patients!
This exciting new treatment allow patients to receive the same personalized care with additional medical services at one convenient office. Providing high quality care is our priority, and we are confident that the process will be seamless.
Locations Offering Infusion Therapy
New Jersey
The Gastroenterology Group of Northern New Jersey (Englewood, NJ)
Jersey Shore Gastroenterology (Somers Point, NJ)
New York
Albany Gastroenterology Consultants (Albany, NY)
Digestive Disease Associates of Rockland (Pomona, NY)
Digestive Healthcare Associates (Great Neck, NY)
Jonathan David, MD (Tuckahoe, NY)
North Shore Gastroenterology Associates (Great Neck, NY)
Riverdale Gastroenterology & Liver Diseases (Bronx, NY)
What is Infusion Therapy?
A patient with a serious or chronic condition may require medication that cannot be taken orally. In these instances, infusion therapy would be used as an alternative to oral treatment. Infusion therapy enables us to inject medicine through a needle or catheter, typically intravenously (IV).
Why is Infusion Therapy Done?
Infusion therapy is typically used with patients who require medications which are not available in other forms. In other instances, infusion therapy is used to ensure controlled dosing allowing for the drugs to reach the bloodstream at the appropriate time.
Which Gastrointestinal Issues is Infusion Therapy Used For?
Infusion therapy has become a convenient and effective way for people to receive the treatment they need without the hassle and expense of a hospital stay. People diagnosed with chronic abdominal health conditions use Infusion therapy to treat their gastrointestinal condition and lessen symptoms. This includes Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and others. In addition, people with digestive issues may require infusion therapy to achieve proper absorption of nutrients.
How Does the Process Work?
The process for infusion therapy is simple and comfortable with our attentive medical professionals. You will be instructed to sit down while a medical professional inserts a thin IV (intravenous) needle (usually in the arm). The contents of the IV bag will trickle into your bloodstream through this thin intravenous catheter. To make the process more comfortable, you are welcome to bring a book or tablet to keep yourself occupied during treatment.
Talk to Your Doctor About Infusion Therapy
Your doctor can determine if infusion therapy is the best route for treatment. There are a variety of conditions or symptoms that can benefit from infusion therapy. If it is recommended, our team will work with you to compose a schedule that works for you and ensures that you receive the comprehensive care you deserve to improve your symptoms.
Allied Digestive Health now has a chronic care management program called RevUp!
RevUp is a program that has been prescribed by your doctor as a way to help you stay connected to health professionals between visits. Even if you are feeling great right now, this program is designed to help you stay that way by monitoring your conditions and providing helpful suggestions around nutrition, pain management, exercise, and more.
RevUp offers you a personal Health Coach that will help you successfully achieve your goals by managing your day-to-day health, while keeping your health care team up to date on how you are doing. *RevUp is covered by Medicare
Conditions Managed
Prioritize your health
Did you know that chronic conditions can often trigger serious complications and result in visits to the ER or hospitalizations?
Published data shows that staying connected to medical personnel between office visits helps the overall health of the patients.
Our digestive systems rely heavily on nutrition, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle is the key to living a healthy life. Allied Digestive Health’s nutrition program was developed with your total care in mind. ADH prioritizes a holistic patient care approach, where nutrition is an integral component.
It is highly recommended that you follow a specific treatment plan for many gastrointestinal conditions in order to improve and treat the conditions. Our registered dietitian nutritionists will provide a complete assessment and develop a tailored strategy to promote greater health.
Conditions & Diseases Treated
Our nutrition program is designed to treat a variety of gastrointestinal conditions, including:
- Fatty liver disease
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Excessive bloating or flatulence
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis)
- General wellness and preventative health
- Celiac disease
- Diverticular disease
- Gastrointestinal cancers (esophageal, stomach, intestinal, colon, liver, pancreatic)
- Excess weight gain or loss (including developing structured weight management plans)
- Swallowing disorders
- Eosinophilic esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Food intolerances
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
How the Process Works
- Schedule an appointment: email nutrition@adhgi.com
- One of our nutritionists will follow up and work with you on verifying your insurance
- Your nutritionist will email you a set of pre-appointment forms to complete prior
to your visit
Meet Our Dietitians
“My passion for wellness and positivity allows me to bring a mix of knowledge, resources, and guidance to my patients. I focus my counseling style on empowering and redirecting to implement realistic lasting changes specific to nutrition, stress management, behavior changes, and activity. My mission is to work with you to develop a personalized strategy to meet your goals and generate a happier and healthier life.”
“I am passionate about guiding my patients to prioritize their health, as nutrition and wellness can positively impact all aspects of their life. With nutrition, there is no one size fits all solution. I believe in a personalized, realistic, and sustainable approach that encompasses the whole person and their unique needs. It is my goal to guide you to make healthy choices in all areas of your life including balanced nutrition, developing a healthier relationship with food, mindfulness, behavior change, stress management, and activity. I will strive to teach you the tools you need to feel your best, optimize your health, and successfully achieve your goals.”
“I hope to assist my patients in balancing good nutrition with the enjoyment of food and achieving their nutritional goals through sustainable behavior change. There is an undeniable relationship between our food choices, lifestyle habits, stress management, activity levels, and our general health and well-being. As a result, I will work with you to determine the most effective, flexible, and individualized eating pattern, taking into account all aspects.”
Middlesex Monmouth Gastroenterology
“My goal is to educate patients and help them develop effective strategies that fit their lifestyle. I believe in a patient-centered approach, focused on meeting patients where they are at in their journey. I see each patient as a whole person, not as an individual with an illness or issue. I am driven by the challenge of making a lifestyle of eating well achievable for anyone, no matter where they are beginning from. My approach is built on over two decades of clinical experience, a passion for what’s possible, and a commitment to helping you be the healthiest version of yourself.”
FAQ
It is widely accepted that our diet affects our gut health, however, in recent years there has been more research focusing on the relationship between physical activity and our microbiome. Some studies have shown that incorporating 30-60 minutes of physical activity at least 3 days per week can help to increase the population and diversity of the gut flora. However, it is important to maintain this level of physical activity as these changes can reverse if an individual returns to a less active lifestyle.
A team at Monash University, located in Australia, conducted diet-related research on individuals with IBS. Through their research they developed The low FODMAP diet which uses a 3-phased approach to help people identify potential food triggers for their IBS. The initial elimination phase is not intended for long term use, and patients should complete phase two involving the reintroduction of various food categories. It is important to work with a dietitian while doing the low FODMAP diet for appropriate guidance and assessment of outcomes.
This is an individualized approach as each person has a different lifestyle. The best weight loss plan is a realistic one that can fit into your day without significantly impacting your quality of life. Generally speaking, it will likely involve adjusting the amount and timing of meals/snacks in addition to incorporating or increasing physical activity levels
The cause of a food intolerance may be due to a variety of factors including a lack of specific digestive enzymes or a hypersensitivity within the digestive tract. It is helpful to work with a dietitian to identify specific foods within your diet to avoid while maintaining the most liberalized diet as possible.
Both ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD) fall within the inflammatory bowel disease category of gastrointestinal illnesses. The two illnesses differ based on where the inflammation occurs, the appearance of the damaged areas, and the affected location within the gastrointestinal tract. In the case of UC, the inflammation is present only in the large intestine (colon and rectum) and damaged areas appear in a continuous pattern within the affected region. In patients with CD, the damaged areas have a patchy appearance and can affect any part of the GI tract, however, most frequently appearing in the ileum (the third portion of the small intestine).
For more information, speak with your doctor’s office about making an appointment with an ADH dietitian.
Nutrition Blog
FAQ
It is widely accepted that our diet affects our gut health, however, in recent years there has been more research focusing on the relationship between physical activity and our microbiome. Some studies have shown that incorporating 30-60 minutes of physical activity at least 3 days per week can help to increase the population and diversity of the gut flora. However, it is important to maintain this level of physical activity as these changes can reverse if an individual returns to a less active lifestyle.
A team at Monash University, located in Australia, conducted diet-related research on individuals with IBS. Through their research they developed The low FODMAP diet which uses a 3-phased approach to help people identify potential food triggers for their IBS. The initial elimination phase is not intended for long term use, and patients should complete phase two involving the reintroduction of various food categories. It is important to work with a dietitian while doing the low FODMAP diet for appropriate guidance and assessment of outcomes.
This is an individualized approach as each person has a different lifestyle. The best weight loss plan is a realistic one that can fit into your day without significantly impacting your quality of life. Generally speaking, it will likely involve adjusting the amount and timing of meals/snacks in addition to incorporating or increasing physical activity levels
The cause of a food intolerance may be due to a variety of factors including a lack of specific digestive enzymes or a hypersensitivity within the digestive tract. It is helpful to work with a dietitian to identify specific foods within your diet to avoid while maintaining the most liberalized diet as possible.
Both ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD) fall within the inflammatory bowel disease category of gastrointestinal illnesses. The two illnesses differ based on where the inflammation occurs, the appearance of the damaged areas, and the affected location within the gastrointestinal tract. In the case of UC, the inflammation is present only in the large intestine (colon and rectum) and damaged areas appear in a continuous pattern within the affected region. In patients with CD, the damaged areas have a patchy appearance and can affect any part of the GI tract, however, most frequently appearing in the ileum (the third portion of the small intestine).
For more information, speak with your doctor’s office about making an appointment with an ADH dietitian.
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