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EAT HEALTHY, EVEN WHEN YOU’RE OUT
WITH DR. TARUN MULLICK
Don’t forget to keep supporting local restaurants a couple times a week if you can! Outdoor dining and autumn are the perfect pair.
In the spirit of fall, I thought, “Let’s venture out of town.” How many of us run out of town and just get stuck eating more than you wanted, or eating the kinds of food that put on 10 pounds before you return?
Well, that’s what I was hoping not to do. I was, however, hoping to get enough flare and taste when
I went down to Miami’s South
Beach.
I went to the Dior Cafe where I met up with some friends. This is one of the trendiest spots in Miami. Fortunately, it’s outdoors and has limited seating. But that’s part of the vibe, being super hard to get into with lines a mile long just to have a look. Fortunately,
Dr . Tarun Mullickisaspecialist trainedatJohnsHopkinsand ClevelandClinicinGastroenterology andEndoscopybasedinGeneva. Connectwithhimat www.mullickmd. com orbyphoneat630-232-2025.
with my VIP foodie reviewer status, I didn’t have to wait in line.
Trendy is an understatement — this is a place where the who’s who go to catch one picture. But when you take a look at their menu, a lot of what you see is sugar-laden or fattening. I was not going to give in, so I found this wonderful, trendy version of a parfait. With the delectable Greek yogurt in a star shape, you got your protein packed. Trendily adorned were the berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries). Topped with a little homemade granola that had the elegance of design and freshness, this was not a typical parfait. It was glam! Topped with a gold leaf with the imprint seen in the highend purses. Christian Dior had an imprint on my parfait!
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Q: Heartburn and gas are bothering me. What should I do?
Should I try over-the-counter medicines, and for how long?
A: It is important to go to a gastroenterologist for evaluation of the heartburn. An evaluation should include an endoscopy to determine the level of esophagitis and rule out a precancerous condition, Barrett’s esophagus. In addition, it is important to identify ulcers and gastritis. Other conditions such as eosinophilic esophagitis, which are related to food allergies, can present similarly. Length of treatment and types of treatment, along with lifestyle and dietary changes, can be determined. Q: Liver disease and pancreas problems run in my family.
I heard that baby boomers and others should get screened for hepatitis C and other diseases.
A: Yes, baby boomers should be screened for hepatitis C. There are great treatments for this now. In addition, fatty liver can occur from diet or alcohol. A periodic evaluation of liver function tests and, at times, an ultrasound are helpful. Present to a gastroenterologist for evaluation and determination of need for other blood tests and workup. Q: Do you offer telehealth? Many practices don’t? What do you think about that?
A: Yes, we offer telehealth. This means you can get treatment without leaving your home. We will only bring you in for necessary tests, and you can choose locations away from hospitals, which likely have more serious COVID-19 patients. It’s safer to go to smaller practices and centers away like ours. In general, it appears telehealth is here to stay for years to come. It presents an alternative. And, for those, who don’t like waits — we call you. Thus, you can continue to do whatever you need to in the meanwhile.
Q: Does colorectal cancer screening work?
A: Yes, the data suggest that the effects of proper screening and surveillance work well. The key is to get it done and with appropriate follow-up. Don't neglect. And if you have family history, start at 45. And if you have any symptoms, then prior. Q: Has the screening age of colonoscopy for cancer changed to 45?
A: Yes, recently a study was done that demonstrated a significant increase in colon cancer for current 27-year-olds compared to a 27-year-old from 40 years ago. This prompted the change of the guidelines for men and women to get screened with a colonoscopy at age 45 rather than 50.
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Dear Dr. Mullick, My family never had polyps or cancer. Do I really need a colonoscopy? Jane
Dear Jane: Great question. Colon cancer can affect anyone, regardless of family history. Everyone over age 45 should get a colonoscopy. If you have family history you should start at age 40 or 10 to 15 years before the youngest relative with a problem. Screening helps reduce risk.
Dr. Mullick, I’ve got bloating and gas. Sometimes I have diarrhea or nausea after I eat. Could I have food allergies? My doctor said it’s IBS (irritable bowel). Kristen
Dear Kristen: Yes, food intolerances to lactose, sucrose and fructose are common, so you may need to avoid those. We have tests in the office for that. The symptoms of IBS and food allergies are often similar, so testing for food allergies is reasonable. We can test for that, too. We have helped many patients diagnosed with food allergies, so it’s not all IBS.
