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Understanding Gastrointestinal HealthPresented by Dan Muncey, M.P.H.
Member session
Blue Cross® Virtual Well-BeingBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
“Having a wide variety of these good bacteria in your gut can enhance your immune system function, improve symptoms of depression, help combat obesity and provide numerous other benefits.”
— Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
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The webinar will begin at noon.
“High-fiber foods, such as legumes, beans, peas, oats, bananas, berries, asparagus and leeks, have shown a positive impact on gut health.”
— University of Calgary
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Welcome to Understanding Gastrointestinal Health
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This is an interactive
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The webinar will begin at noon.
“There’s something about digestive difficulties that make them hard to discuss in polite company — which leaves many of us suffering one problem or another in silence. What's more, digestive disorders are placing a growing burden on Americans, causing an unprecedented number of clinic visits and hospitalizations.”
— Stephen Bickston, an American Gastroenterological Association fellow and professor of internal medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
The webinar will begin at noon.
“Peppermint oil and soluble fiber can help people with irritable bowel syndrome.”
— British Medical Journal
The webinar will begin at noon.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Understanding Gastrointestinal HealthPresented by Dan Muncey, M.P.H.
Member session
Blue Cross® Virtual Well-BeingBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Mark your calendar
Stay Active in Winter• Feb. 27, 2020
• 12 to 12:20 p.m.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Today’s presenterDan Muncey, M.P.H.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Today’s session:
• What is the gastrointestinal system?• Bristol Stool Chart• How to help your gut health
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What is the Gastrointestinal system?
• Mouth• Esophagus• Stomach• Pancreas• Liver
• Gallbladder• Small intestine• Colon (large
intestine)• Rectum
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Bristol Stool Chart
• Type 1: Separate hard lumps, like nuts (hard to pass)
• Type 2: Sausage-shaped but lumpy
• Type 3: Like a sausage but with cracks on the surface
• Type 4: Like a sausage or snake, smooth and soft
• Type 5: Soft blobs with clear-cut edges (passed easily)
• Type 6: Fluffy pieces with ragged edges, mushy stool
• Type 7: Watery, no solid pieces
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How to help your gut health• Lower your stress levels
• Get enough sleep
• Eat slowly
• Stay hydrated
• Take a prebiotic or probiotic
• Check for food intolerances
• Change your diet
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Monthly well-being assignment
• Meditate at least five minutes three times a week this month.
• Write down three things you are thankful for each evening before bed.
• Complete two random acts of kindness.
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For more information …
• Virtual Well-Being site: bluecrossvirtualwellbeing.com• Virtual Well-Being email: [email protected]
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Next session: Stay Active in Winter
Feb. 27, 202012 to 12:20 p.m.In this session, learn:• Why you don’t have to take a break
from physical activity when the temperature drops
• Ways you can stay physically active in the winter and tips to stay safe
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are nonprofit corporations and independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Questions?
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