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August brought two LivingCare voices into the press. Our Consultant Gastroenterologist explained what is behind travel tummy, and our founder told Stylist why gut health gummies are no substitute for a varied diet, and why vitamins marketed for PMOS call for caution. Here is where LivingCare made the news, and what they had to say.
On 1 August, the Yorkshire Times ran a holiday-health feature with Dr Nick Burr, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist at LivingCare Group, on the stomach upsets that can take the shine off a trip abroad. The same piece also ran in the North East Post, Cumbria Times and Lancashire Times.
"Traveller's diarrhoea is usually caused by bacteria, most commonly E. coli, picked up from contaminated food or water, particularly in parts of Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Central or South America," he explained. "Common sources include untreated water, ice cubes, buffets, shellfish, undercooked meat, and food left sitting in the heat."
Not every upset stomach on holiday is an infection. "For those who experience a milder 'upset tummy' when travelling or flying, this is often linked to cabin pressure changes, dehydration, reduced movement, disrupted sleep, stress, and unfamiliar foods," he said. "Staying hydrated, moving around during flights, and eating lighter meals can help reduce discomfort."
His main concern was fluids. "Dehydration is the biggest concern, especially in hot climates," he said, adding that people with diabetes, kidney disease, inflammatory bowel disease or weakened immune systems may become unwell more quickly. His advice while symptoms last: "it's usually best to rest, drink fluids, and stick to simple foods until symptoms improve."
GB News carried his explanation of the usual causes on 4 August, describing him as a gastroenterologist at LivingCare.
If digestive symptoms carry on after you get home, they are worth having looked at. Our gastroenterology service offers consultant-led assessment at Thorpe Park Clinic, Leeds and Fountain Medical Centre, Morley.
On 7 August, Stylist asked doctors which popular health trends they think are a waste of money. One of them was Dr Stephen Feldman, who founded LivingCare Group in 2002.
On gut health gummies, his answer came back to what is on your plate. "While maintaining a healthy gut is important, gummies and supplements shouldn't be viewed as a replacement for a varied, fibre-rich diet," he told Stylist. "The gut microbiome benefits from a broad range of foods, including fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, pulses, nuts and seeds, which provide the fibre and nutrients needed to support healthy gut bacteria."
He was also clear about the next step when something is not right: "If someone is experiencing persistent digestive symptoms, rather than relying on supplements or vitamins sold online, I'd recommend speaking to a GP or gastroenterologist to establish the underlying causes and receive appropriate advice."
He was similarly measured on vitamins marketed for PMOS (formerly PCOS). "The growing popularity of vitamins marketed specifically for alleviating PMOS symptoms should be approached with some caution," he said. "Certain supplements may have a role for individual patients, depending on their symptoms, nutritional status and treatment plan, but there is no single 'PMOS vitamin' that will address the condition as a whole." Anyone considering supplements, he added, should discuss them with a women's health professional, particularly if they are taking medication or have other health conditions.
Both answers point to a specialist rather than a shopping basket. At LivingCare, that means a gastroenterology consultation for persistent digestive symptoms at our Thorpe Park Clinic in Leeds, or our PMOS service at our clinic in Sheffield.
July's round-up was about our consultants' expertise reaching readers well beyond Yorkshire. August's coverage carried a thread of its own: plain, measured advice, and a steady message to be wary of quick fixes - fluids and a varied diet for the everyday, and a specialist the next step when symptoms persist.
If you would like to talk something through with one of our specialists, you can book privately with LivingCare - no GP referral needed if you self-pay, or through your insurance.
You can also read last month's round-up.
Travel tummy - Dr Nick Burr, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist
Gut health gummies and PMOS vitamins - Dr Stephen Feldman, Founder
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