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Welcome to the blog of “The Digestion Coach,” Dr. Marcus Ettinger.

As a practicing doctor of 36+ years and GI health specialist, I have studied, written, and treated the human body for a long time. I created this blog to provide easy-to-understand information on complex topics and to help anchor everything I study. I hope the information on my blog increases your understanding of the body, disease, and health.

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Helicobacter pylori Facts and More Facts

Table of Contents Who discovered Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)? How has H. pylori been passed down over the last 50,000 years? How long has the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)... Read More
  • December 31, 2024
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Protein Digestion and SIBO

Table of Contents 1. What is Pepsin and its Role in Protein Digestion? 2. Pancreatic Enzymes: Trypsin, Chymotrypsin, and Pancreatin 3. Brush Border Enzymes and Final Breakdown 4. Impact of... Read More
  • December 29, 2024
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Sugar Alcohols and SIBO: In-Depth

Table of Contents Introduction to SIBO and Sugar Alcohols What Are Sugar Alcohols? The Impact of Different Sugar Alcohols on SIBO Symptoms The Role of Sugar Alcohols in Fermentation and... Read More
  • December 29, 2024
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SIBO from Cause to Cure

Table of Contents Understanding Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Causes of SIBO The Consequences to the Gut Lining SIBO’s Effect on Systemic Health The Role of Complementary and Alternative Medicine... Read More
  • December 29, 2024
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SIBO Specialist In Orange County, CA

Orange County’s Leading SIBO Expert Get Expert Care, Locally, Nationally, or Abroad, with The Digestion Coach ™ Dr. Marcus Ettinger Are you dealing with bloating, abdominal pain, gas, diarrhea, or... Read More
  • December 28, 2024
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Large Bowel and Digestion – Part 5 of 5

Table of Contents Introduction Composition and Characteristics of Feces Functions of the Large Bowel Role of Probiotic Bacteria in Digestion Energy Production and Disease Prevention Final Stages: Rectal Storage and... Read More
  • December 27, 2024
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Digestive Problems in Women are Experienced Differently Than Men

Table of Contents Introduction Hormonal Influence and Pain Sensitivity Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Disorders Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Unique Sensory and Functional Differences Esophagus and Stomach Functionality... Read More
  • December 26, 2024
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The Small Intestine and Digestion – Part 4 of 5

Table of Contents The Small Intestine and Digestion – Introduction Size and Structure Primary Function: Nutrient Breakdown and Absorption The Duodenum – Neutralizing Acidity and Preparing for Digestion The Jejunum... Read More
  • December 23, 2024
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