When it comes to staying healthy, eating well and exercising are only part of the equation. Taking a proactive approach to your health also means keeping up with important screenings--and one of the most commonly postponed? The colonoscopy. To help clear up confusion and emphasize the importance of this potentially life-saving procedure, we spoke with Dr. Andy Tau, a board-certified gastroenterologist at Austin Gastroenterology. What is a Colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a simple, 30-minute ... [Read More]
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Fibermaxxing in Austin: Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health | Austin Gastroenterology
If you've been scrolling TikTok or Reddit lately, you may have seen the term "fibermaxxing" trending. The idea? Eat as much fiber as possible to supercharge digestion, improve gut health, and even promote longevity. At Austin Gastroenterology, we're thrilled people are talking about fiber--but as board-certified gastroenterologists, we want to help you do it the right way. Going all-in without a plan can leave you bloated, uncomfortable, and discouraged. Board-certified gastroenterologist, ... [Read More]
Colorectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives
With the recent release of a colonoscopy study published in The New England Journal of Medicine, news spread quickly through large media outlets suggesting colonoscopies may not be as effective at reducing cancer deaths as previously thought. Regardless of these news stories, this one study's findings shouldn't deter anyone from getting checked for colorectal cancer. Numerous studies have been done to show colonoscopy effectiveness in early cancer detection and prevention. Colonoscopies remain ... [Read More]
Honoring Liver Disease Awareness Month
As the air temperature starts to cool and your thoughts turn toward pumpkin spice, it is also critical to focus our attention on our health, including one of the most important and integral portions of the body - the liver. The liver is responsible for facilitating digestion, transforming food into energy, and filtering out toxic particles from our bodies to help us remain in good health. As a whole, the liver is a vital organ that is responsible for a number of tasks to help us enjoy a ... [Read More]
Colorectal Cancer Screening Age Drops from 50 to 45
According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Recent studies show a rise in colorectal cancer rates among individuals younger than 50 years of age, prompting ACS and USPSTF (U.S. Preventative Services Task Force) to lower the recommended screening age to 45 for those at average risk of developing colorectal cancer. Getting screened even younger and more often may be recommended for those at higher ... [Read More]
