If you have less than three bowel movements a week, it is usually considered constipation. Most people suffer from constipation once in a while, but some people suffer from chronic constipation which can affect their daily life. Usually they feel sluggish, lethargic and sometimes irritable. It can affect appetite and concentration. Some people are afraid to eat or go to the toilet.

Symptoms:
1. Passing hard stools
2. Difficulty in having a bowel movement
3. Sometimes a lot of straining is required which in turn can lead to other problems
4. Movement is hardly ever satisfactory
5. In severe cases a person might need manual evacuation
6. Some people are prescribed laxatives or enemas but your doctor should always be consulted before starting any self treatment or therapy.
Causes:
• Stress
• Dehydration
• Any physical blockage such as an obstruction, narrowing of the bowel or anal fissure
• Cancer
• Spinal cord injury
• Strokes
• Multiple sclerosis
• Parkinson’s
• It is very common in pregnancy
• Hypothyroidism
• Diabetes
• It can run in families

Constipation is more common in people who lead a sedentary lifestyle, people who do not drink enough water, people who eat a lot of processed or junk foods, people who suffer from anxiety/depression and take certain medications eg anti-depressants and codeine etc.

If your doctor has identified a cause and ruled out any serious condition associated with your constipation then complementary therapies can play a great role in helping this condition.

In the Holistic Health Clinic, Dr. Bhatti uses a multi pronged approach in treating this and many other conditions with evidence based therapies such as Micro-immunotherapy, Physiological Regulating Medicine (P.R.M), Gut Health and Microbiome restoration, Nutritional and Nutraceutical therapies, Lifestyle Medicine, Natural Hormonal Balancing, Glandular support, Soft tissue and joint support, Complex Homeopathy, Herbals, and Needle free Medical Acupuncture, Therapeautic Mindfulness and CBT techniques to achieve excellent results.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

Dr Bhatti runs a complementary clinic specialising in Gut Health & Restoration. He has been practicing Natural Gut Health Restoration for more than 25 years with excellent results. Poor gut health can affect you physically as well as mentally and can lead to many illnesses. Healing of the gut and stomach lining along with restoration of microbiome can lead to great improvement of general health, vitality and immunity.

Dr Bhatti identifies the most common causes of obesity: poor diet, lack of exercise, bad eating habits, stress and strains of lifestyle, working conditions, medical conditions, certain medications and sometimes just loving food too much.

He suggests three basic approaches to weight management with gut health and microbiome restoration, nutritional manipulation, nutritional supplementation, and Physiological Regulating Medicine(P.R.M) which is an evidence based natural therapy safe to use for adults as well as children with excellent results

At the Gut Health & Restoration Clinic we treat every person as a unique individual. No two people are alike or have the same problems or complaints, so we design a individualistic and unique nutritional and treatment plan to suit each and every person according to their particular needs.

The first advice Dr Bhatti offers new patients before embarking on a diet or an overall plan is a visit to their General Practitioner for any medical advice and to rule out any serious medical condition.

“Too much insulin in your blood, hypoglycaemia, anxiety, diabetes or glandular problems can all cause weight gain” he said. “Recent studies show that people suffering from candida, dysbiosis, leaky gut syndrome, stress, anxiety, depression, lack of good quality sleep, allergies, and some chronic conditions can also put on weight due to cravings. Weight gain can also be hereditary, as the discovery of the obesity gene has indicated” he added.

Dr. Bhatti's approach to treating gut health related problems is through a combination of evidence based therapies such as Nutritional Healing, Needle free Acupuncture, Hormonal balancing and other Complementary Therapies such as Lifestyle Medicine, and natural Low Dose Medicine with excellent results.

More information on gut health and weight management

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

Diverticulosis is a condition describing bulging pouches usually found in the digestive tract 20 out of every hundred people might suffer from it. Doctors do not know what actually causes it. These small pouches often become inflamed or infected causing severe abdominal pain, fever, nausea and a change in bowel habits. This is called diverticulitis.

The pain associated with it can vary but is generally in the lower left side of your abdomen and it can be extremely severe and sometimes can come on suddenly. Other people may experience a mild pain that becomes worse over several days and fluctuates in intensity. Other symptoms range from bleeding from the rectum, frequent urination, bloating and vomiting.

Diverticulosis is caused when weak places in the colon give way under pressure causing pouches to protrude through the colon wall. Factors that may increase the pressure of your colon wall include ageing or bad eating habits with years of eating refined carbohydrates such as white sugar, white flour and processed foods. Some scientists think prolonged use of aspirin or anti inflammatory tablets might be the cause.

As we age the muscular wall of our colon often thickens causing a narrowing of the passageway. This increases pressure and makes it more difficult for waste to move through the colon. It is rare for people in countries where they eat high fibre diets to develop diverticulitis. In some countries where very refined foods are consumed the condition is becoming increasingly common sometimes even in the younger population especially due to absence of fresh fruit and vegetables instead consuming a lot of fried and greasy foods.

Complications are rare but they do occur. An infected or inflamed pouch for instance may rupture spilling intestinal waste into the abdominal cavity leading to inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity a potentially fatal condition. This condition is a medical emergency and requires immediate attention. Any changes in bowel habits should always be reported to your G.P. as it may require further investigation and to rule out any other serious condition. Depending on the diagnosis you may be referred to a specialist and a dietician.Dr Bhatti believes early intervention is the key.

Dr Bhatti uses a holistic approach including nutrition, family history, stress and lifestyle. If a serious illness has been ruled out then some of the complementary therapies can be very helpful. Changes in lifestyle, Mindful Nutrition, Gut Health and Microbiome Restoration, Laser Acupuncture, Physiological Regulating Medicine(P.R.M), Mindfulness, CBT, and Yoga can help.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

The role of Micro-Immunotherapy in treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Article in the Galway Advertiser, Mon, Apr 29, 2019 by Dr Bhatti M.B.B.S.D.C.H.R.C.P.S.I, Holistic Health Clinic.

Read full article:
https://www.advertiser.ie/galway/article/107363/the-role-of-micro-immunotherapy-in-treating-inflammatory-bowel-disease

Inflammatory Bowel Disease describes the disorders that involve the chronic infection of the gastro intestinal tract. There are two main categories:

1. Crohn’s Disease – characterised by inflammation anywhere in the digestive tract, also it can involve all the layers of the lining of the bowel. There are often healthy parts of bowel in between the inflammation.
2. Ulcerative Colitis – characterised by inflammation and sores or ulcers in the innermost lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum.

Both conditions have some common symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, fatigue, fever, weight loss and blood in stools.
Common conventional treatments:

• Anti-inflammatories
• Immune suppressors
• Antibiotics
• Steroids etc.

Micro-immunotherapy medicines contain high dilutions of interleukins, growth factors and specific nucleic acids (SNA) for the support of the immune system by restoring leading to a positive effect on the person’s overall health and defences. It can be successfully used in this or any other inflammatory disease which are the consequence of imbalance in our immune system. The main object is to restore and correct the functioning of our immune system.

Micro-immunotherapy seeks to regulate the immune response and optimally modulate the inflammation and contributes to correcting the function of the bowel. It can be used alongside conventional medicine as a supportive therapy.

There are international doctors’ associations committed to Micro-immunotherapy training for healthcare professionals.  Dr Bhatti is the first doctor to practise Micro-immunotherapy in Ireland.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

Diarrhoea is when you are suffering from loose watery bowel movements, generally it might last for a few hours to a few days, but if it lasts longer it can indicate something more serious, and it is time to seek medical advice and you should always consult your G.P if diarrhoea persists more then 24 -48 hours and is frequent and associated with other signs and symptoms such as :

1. Loose watery motions
   
2. Abdominal pain with cramps
   
3. Bloating and gas
   
4. Bloody diarrhoea
   
5. Urgency
   
6. Nausea and Vomiting
   
7. Fever
   
8. Can cause dehydration
   
9. Can cause general weakness due to electrolyte imbalance etc
   

If you have any of the above symptoms it is time to seek medical attention immediately, children and elderly can become easily dehydrated leading to serious complications.
Here are some of the causes of diarrhoea:

• Viruses like Cytomegalovirus, Norwalk virus, Rotavirus are common causes of diarrhoea.
  
• Parasites such as cryptosporidium and giardia lamblia are common causes of diarrhoea and other symptoms.
  
• Stress / Anxiety especially before exams, interviews, public speaking etc ...
  
• Food Allergies/ Food Intolerances such as lactose, wheat, fructose and some artificial sweeteners.
  
• Some medications such as Antibiotics which can destroy good bacteria and causes an imbalance between good and bad bacteria resulting in Dysbiosis, Candida ( fungal infection ) in our intestines, feet, nails etc..
  
• Some antacids containing magnesium can also cause diarrhoea along with some cancer therapy.
  
• Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Coeliac disease and Irritable bowel syndrome are some of the medical conditions responsible for diarrhoea.
  
• Sometimes after abdominal surgery diarrhoea can be one of the symptoms.
  
• If you have travelled outside of Ireland especially to some of the under developed countries. Ask your Doctor for advice if you are going to travel eg vaccinations, precautions etc..
  

In our clinic we use a multi pronged approach in treating many conditions with evidence based therapies such as Low Dose Medicine (L.D.M.), Physiological Regulating Medicine (P.R.M), Gut Health and Microbiome restoration, Nutritional and Nutraceutical therapies, Lifestyle Medicine, Natural Hormonal Balancing, Glandular support, Soft tissue and joint support, Complex Homeopathy, Herbals, and Needle free Medical Acupuncture, Laser Acupuncture, Therapeautic Mindfulness and CBT techniques to achieve excellent results.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the most common disorders in Western cultures. Symptoms of this condition include abdominal pain or cramping and changes in bowel function including bloating, gas, alternating diarrhoea and constipation and mucus in stools. Severity of symptoms may vary considerably depending on lifestyle and diet. Pain can be acute, chronic, functional, organic or referred.
Unlike more serious intestinal diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease which cause inflammation or changes in bowel tissue or increase your risk of colorectal cancer IBS can (in many cases) be controlled by managing your diet, lifestyle, stress and gut health and microbiome restoration.
Some researchers believe IBS is caused by changes in the nerves that control sensation or muscle contractions in the bowel. Others believe the central nervous system may affect the colon. Women are two to three times as likely as men to have IBS so hormonal changes may also play a role. Many women find that signs and symptoms are worse during or around their menstrual periods. Many factors can affect the severity of symptoms such as psychological factors, your circumstances even attitude of relatives and friends.
Controlling diet is extremely important for IBS suffers. Many people find that their signs and symptoms may worsen when they eat certain foods i.e. chocolate, milk and alcohol. Stress will also exacerbate IBS and sometimes other illnesses such as an acute gastroenteritis can trigger IBS.
A complementary approach to IBS will focus on prevention. Staying away from or resolving some of the triggers that cause IBS can in many circumstances remedy the problem. Reduce stress through counselling or some form of relaxation such as Mindfulness, Medical Acupuncture, Breathing Exercises, C.B.T, Gut Health and Micro biome Restoration, Lifestyle Medicine and Physiological Regulating Medicine(P.R.M) can be used safely to treat not only digestive disorders including the inflammatory conditions.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

Candida is a yeast normally found in certain parts of our body such as mouth, intestines, and vagina. Recently scientists have discovered it living normally without causing problems in our eyes. If our immune system is working normally Candida does not cause us any problems on the contrary it helps with our digestion and nutrition and vitamin absorption. It is only if it starts to over grow and turn into a fungal infection then it can start developing the symptoms such as itch, redness, burning sensation, discharge and painful urination.

Both women and men suffer from this condition but symptoms are easier to identify in women rather than men. Hence it may stay obscure in men for a longer time. It may usually starts after a course of antibiotics or sometimes other medications such steroids or chemotherapy.

About 75 percent of women will suffer from candidiasis at least once in their lifetime. Only in very rare cases this condition may become invasive and may cause serious complications.

It is one of the most common fungal infections found in humans. Candida is dimorphic it changes from yeast to fungus and produces finger like structures called Hyphae which can burrow through the wall of the intestine and penetrate through causing a phenomena called Leaky gut syndrome.

There are many causes of Candidiasis including: Bad nutrition, Stress, Certain medications(Antibiotics), Diabetes, Weakened immune system, Certain diseases, HIV, Aids, Irritable bowel syndrome etc..

Candida Symptoms include:

• Allergies
• Food Intolerance
• Chronic fatigue
• White coated tongue
• Mouth ulcers
• Digestive issues (bloating, constipation, diarrhoea)
• Acid reflux
• Frequent urinary tract infections and Thrush with discharge
• Itch and redness
• Recurring sinus infections and post nasal drip leading to cough
• Weight Gain
• fluid retention
• Feeling Sad
• Irritability
• Lack of sleep
• Morning fatigue with muscular stiffness
• Skin, scalp and nail fungal infections
• Athletes Foot
• Joint pain in rare cases
• Brain Fog
• Craving for sweets and carbs ( bread and biscuits )
• Frequently found in Diabetics
• Inflammation etc

Gut Health and Microbiome Restoration is the treatment of choice in our clinic for this condition.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

Diverticulosis is a condition describing bulging pouches usually found in the digestive tract 20 out of every hundred people might suffer from it. Doctors do not know what actually causes it. These small pouches often become inflamed or infected causing severe abdominal pain, fever, nausea and a change in bowel habits. This is called diverticulitis.
The pain associated with it can vary but is generally in the lower left side of your abdomen and it can be extremely severe and sometimes can come on suddenly. Other people may experience a mild pain that becomes worse over several days and fluctuates in intensity. Other symptoms range from bleeding from the rectum, frequent urination, bloating and vomiting.

Diverticulosis is caused when weak places in the colon give way under pressure causing pouches to protrude through the colon wall. Factors that may increase the pressure of your colon wall include ageing or bad eating habits with years of eating refined carbohydrates such as white sugar, white flour and processed foods. Some scientists think prolonged use of aspirin or anti inflammatory tablets might be the cause.

As we age the muscular wall of our colon often thickens causing a narrowing of the passageway. This increases pressure and makes it more difficult for waste to move through the colon. It is rare for people in countries where they eat high fibre diets to develop diverticulitis. In some countries where very refined foods are consumed the condition is becoming increasingly common sometimes even in the younger population especially due to absence of fresh fruit and vegetables instead consuming a lot of fried and greasy foods.

Complications are rare but they do occur. An infected or inflamed pouch for instance may rupture spilling intestinal waste into the abdominal cavity leading to inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity a potentially fatal condition. This condition is a medical emergency and requires immediate attention. Any changes in bowel habits should always be reported to your G.P. as it may require further investigation and to rule out any other serious condition. Depending on the diagnosis you may be referred to a specialist and a dietician.Dr Bhatti believes early intervention is the key.

Dr Bhatti uses a holistic approach including nutrition, family history, stress and lifestyle. If a serious illness has been ruled out then some of the complementary therapies can be very helpful. Changes in lifestyle, Mindful Nutrition, Gut Health and Microbiome Restoration, Laser Acupuncture, Physiological Regulating Medicine(P.R.M), Mindfulness, CBT, and Yoga can help.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

New research suggests that upheaval in a martial or any other relationship can give rise to a whole host of gut related symptoms, increasing the risk of leaky gut syndrome especially if you have a history of anxiety and depression.
Some of the most sensitive topics in martial relationships are money, infidelity and in-laws which can have a devastating effect on mind and health.

Normally our healthy gut lining forms a natural barrier to prevent bad bugs from reaching inside our intestines. But when this lining becomes weak and some cracks and holes appear due to bad bugs especially some fungi (Candida) other pathogens and food waste particles can get into the bloodstream which may lead to inflammation which in turn can lead to an overall change in the gut eco-system. This may lead to a condition called Leaky Gut Syndrome, which has been linked to other conditions such as:

• Anxiety/Depression
  
• Obesity
  
• Mental Health issues
  
• Cancer
  

In our clinic we use a multi pronged approach in treating many conditions with evidence based therapies such as Physiological Regulating Medicine (P.R.M), Gut Health and Microbiome restoration, Nutritional and Nutraceutical therapies, Lifestyle Medicine, Natural Hormonal Balancing, Glandular support, Soft tissue and joint support, Complex Homeopathy, Herbals, and Needle free Medical Acupuncture, Laser Acupuncture, Therapeautic Mindfulness and CBT techniques to achieve excellent results.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.