🌱I was thrilled to start Love Plants Season 5 with a chat on all things #foodallergies with allergist/immunologist Dr. Farah Khan, MD, (@farah.khan.md) We discussed symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and so much more! 👀 Stay tuned for the episode coming out soon!

“Ultimately, science isn’t just the pursuit of new knowledge, it is a daily practice of hope happening in labs, clinics, and quiet offices. We are all connected through this hope, even when the progress toward it seems invisible” open.substack.com/pub/fromthes...

Are the cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1s just a result of losing weight? Probably not--a significant portion of risk reduction seems to be independent of weight loss. jenndowd.substack.com/p/ozempic-fo... #publichealth #episky #medsky

1/ For people with sensitive guts, high fiber foods (which play a significantly positive role in our health) could cause problems like bloating, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal pain.

1/ ⁉Has there been people that kept up with their gut health & still ended up with unwanted diseases like cancer? Yes, it’s possible for someone to take great care of their gut & still develop diseases like cancer or other illnesses. Gut health is only one part of a much bigger picture.

Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright explains the reasons the flu, RSV, Tdap, and COVID vaccines are recommended during pregnancy. youtube.com/shorts/7pnnR...

1/ A big gut health misconception is when people think they should only be taking care of their gut (& gut microbiome) if they suffer from gut symptoms.

Excited to be recording a session on food allergies with Board Certified Allergist Dr. Farah Khan today. Stay tuned for the upcoming clips. #foodallergy

1/ Don’t let statements about imprinting stop you from getting your annual vaccines for COVID and flu. Immune imprinting refers to the fact that our immune response to a vaccine (or infection) is affected by previous exposures to similar vaccines (or infections).

Let’s talk #foodallergies! Join us on Instagram Live with Dr. Farah Khan, MD, as we discuss what food allergies are, their symptoms, treatments, and more. 📍 Live on Instagram @dririnih & @farah.khan.md

1/ Cancer #screening is so important because it can detect cancer early. When cancer is caught early, before it grows a lot or spreads, treatment is often more successful and survival rates are improved.   That’s why it’s vital to make screening a priority.

1/ I recently did a workshop recording on the importance of #cancerscreening and early #detection. Here are a few questions you can ask your healthcare provider 👇

Peanut allergies in children ages 0-3 declined 27.2% after a 2015 study resulted in guidance recommending the introduction of peanut products in infancy among children. More from Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez in the New York Times: www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/w...

The holidays are coming! The lights are up, festive music is playing loudly, and ads are full of big dinners and gift piles. But when money is tight, the #holidays can sting, and joy can become lonely. ⬇️ thosenerdygirls.org/hard-money-t...

☔Community Immunity (aka “herd immunity”) is a really important factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases… and just like an umbrella can protect you and the person standing next to you from the rain, vaccination can do the same. Read the full post from @sandylaping.bsky.social here:

📊 Sensitivity & specificity are characteristics of a #medical test that help us determine how useful that test is & how to interpret the result. But, they aren’t the be-all & end-all. We also want to know the positive & negative predictive value. Strap in for the ride, and let’s talk stats! 👇

1/ Can a biopsy spread your cancer? Most #biopsies won’t spread #cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Learn more from Rebecca Raskin-Wish here: thosenerdygirls.substack.com/p/can-a-biop...

1/ Q: Can one have too many probiotics? A: While #probiotics can be helpful for certain health conditions (provided good clinical research has been done to support that) taking large amounts doesn’t always mean better results.

1/ Fantastic talk from Professor Kevin Whelan at UEG Week 2025 on the "Challenges of Research and Practice in #Diet and #DGBI" 📌 Food is complex, making dietary research and interventions challenging. 📌Placebo effects and dietary adherence impact trial outcomes.

🧠 New Study from our Team: Kids’ emotional bonds with parents can shape how they experience gut pain. Children with Functional Abdominal Pain who felt less securely attached to their parents had more: ➡️ GI symptoms ➡️ depression ➡️ daily impairment www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/12...

Q: Are there different types of gut microbiome, or is everyone’s too different to categorize? A: Everyone’s #gutmicrobiome is unique like a fingerprint, because it’s shaped by your genetics, diet, environment, and lifestyle.

💩 Are home #microbiome #testkits worth it? ➡️ Probably not. TL;DR: Right now, these tests don’t provide actionable information to diagnose health conditions, guide medical treatments, or tailor our #diets. Find out more in this post I wrote for @thosenerdygirls.bsky.social :

I really enjoyed giving an online guest lecture on the #gutmicrobiome to students at Seton Hill University. 🦠

1/ Great talk by Dr. Wendi LeBrett (@socalgastro.doc) on “How to fight fake news in medicine. Lessons from Social Media” @UEGWeek #weareUEG #scicomm

Living with or curious about #IBD? Join us tomorrow on Instagram Live with Dr. Yasmin Mohseni, PhD as we explore what IBD is, hear about Dr. Mohseni’s personal journey with the disease, and learn how #biologics are used to treat it.     📍 Live on Instagram @dririnih & @doctor.yas_

How can workplace culture be healthier for everyone? Workplace cultures get healthier when trust, fairness, and belonging are built into daily routines, and people are treated as real humans with unique needs and circumstances. Read the full post from @daphneberryhill.bsky.social here:

“I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them. This is what they told me.” ⬇️⬇️ Read the full story from Nerdy Girl Kenzie Isaac here: thosenerdygirls.substack.com/p/i-asked-a-...?

The Ten Dietary Commandments for Patients with #IrritableBowelSyndrome: A Narrative Review with Pragmatic Indications

Do you need a daily #probiotic supplement for good gut health or overall health? 👀👇

🌱What is #fibermaxxing, and is it good for you?

🥛 A growing outbreak in Florida has left 21 people sick—six of them young children—after drinking raw milk from a Volusia County dairy. Seven were hospitalized, and two suffered severe complications.

1/ The weather’s hot, and beach days are calling! If you’re packing snacks for the beach, why not bring a few that also nourish your gut microbiome? Here are some easy, refreshing, and gut-loving options: 🍑 Fresh summer fruit faves: nectarines, peaches, kiwi, watermelon, melon

1/ 💊Do I need a daily probiotic supplement for good gut health or overall health? Not necessarily! If you're generally healthy, there's no strong evidence that daily probiotics are helpful.

Looking to support your #GutHealth? 💚INCLUDE. No exclusions or “detoxes”. No quick magic fixes. Eat more plants, different colors and varieties, 🍒🥑🍎🍍🌱🥜🥥🥝🥦🥗as much plant diversity as possible. #gutmicrobiome

Examples of #vegan #fermentedfoods: Sauerkraut, kimchi, tempeh, kombucha, pickled vegetables (in brine and not vinegar), olives in brine, water kefir.

1/ A new Monash University study has found that a #lowFODMAP diet may ease gut symptoms in people with #endometriosis. 60% of participants on the low-FODMAP diet reported major improvement, compared to 26% on a control diet based on Australian Dietary Guidelines. www.monash.edu/news/article...

"How I'm thinking about health and well-being after 50 Organic bubbles pop too: Making peace with uncertainty as my body and health change with age" Great post from @daphneberryhill.bsky.social! daphneberryhill.substack.com/p/how-im-thi...

🛠️for #microbiome support: 1. Eat lots of plant diversity (Fiber is your friend) 2. Moderate exercise 3. Manage stress 4. Good quality sleep 5. Hydrate (1.5-3L fluids/day day) 6. Get pack in nature (garden, park, forest, farm) 7. Use antibiotics only when needed & prescribed by your clinician.

@romefoundation.bsky.social Working Team Report on overlap in disorders of gut-brain interaction pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39870943/ #DGBIs #IBS

Why women are more likely to have #IBS From chronic stress to hormones, scientists have identified a few culprits that explain why IBS rates are so high in women. www.nationalgeographic.com/science/arti...

1/ 🌱You might have heard about resistant starch (RS) — it’s been in the news lately! RS is a type of prebiotic fiber that your body can’t digest, but it’s super helpful for your gut health. Instead of feeding you, it feeds the good bacteria in your gut. There are 4 types: RS1, RS2, RS3, and RS4.

Science changes lives, fuels our economy, trains the next generation & offers hope through medical breakthroughs. Right now, the funding for scientific & medical #research is at risk. We all can help! Read the full post by @sciencewhizliz.bsky.social & @emkayhey.bsky.social here: #sciencefunding

I’m stressing out about gaining weight. What can I do? As summer approaches, people start putting a lot of weight on their #weight. But your health is more than just a number. Read the full post for ideas to help you focus on what really matters. thosenerdygirls.org/stressingabo...

1/ #IBS affects everyday life in various ways: 🔹Miss out on social activities 🔹Stress if bathroom isn’t near or available 🔹Absence from work 🔹More stress 🔹Impact on relationships & dating life

1/ The first 2-3 yrs of a baby’s life is when we see the most shaping of the gut microbiome & the largest microbe diversity. Microbiota diversity & composition in early life may play a role in the shaping of immune responses & can be associated with risk of developing obesity & allergies later on.

1/ Love Plants S4E8 Join us on IG Live with Dr. Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD, @kmpanthagani.bsky.social as we break down what the gut #microbiome is & why it’s important. We’ll chat about why your gut bugs love plants & clear up some common microbiome misconceptions along the way.

#Misinformation can spread quickly on social media. ✋Pause before you share something, and remember to: ➡️ Question what you see ➡️ Be mindful of your emotional reaction ➡️ Verify your sources ➡️ Think critically before you share @dririnih.bsky.social #publichealth

Oh my heart is beaming with love and gratitude for my team @thosenerdygirls.bsky.social

1/ #ClinicalTrials are done to ensure that medications or #vaccines work (officially called efficacy) and to determine their safety (e.g. do their benefits outweigh the risks?). @sciencewhizliz.bsky.social @annickac.bsky.social thosenerdygirls.substack.com/p/update-wit...