Bacteria present in the gut have plenty of important functions. They help to break down food and are essential for the developmental and defensive functions of the body. There are around 1014 bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. They outnumber the human cells 10:1 and contribute close to 8 million extra genes! Every individual’s gut bacteria […]

Earlier GERD was conceived as a condition of the West and the Western lifestyle. However, this small yet serious condition is now rampant in Indian society as well. A Times of India publication in 2022, stated that GERD, or acid reflux, affects around 20-30% of the Indian population. Prolonged GERD is a very serious issue […]

Recently, in our blogs, we have been talking about Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Apart from anxiety, one thing that exacerbates the problem is the foods you consume. So, those who suffer from IBS should be careful with their diet and avoid certain foods. Let’s take a look at what these foods are and why you should […]

Stomach problems plague us all from time to time. This could be a mild case of food poisoning or a case of acute irritable bowel syndrome. You never know which stomach ache is serious and which isn’t. Hence, the best gastroenterologist in Kolkata, Dr Amitabha Saha gives you 5 scenarios or cases, when you should […]