Let's Talk About Poop

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Let's Talk About Poop

Take a journey through the bowels of your GI tract with Dr. Sameer Islam! Based out of Lubbock, Texas and trained at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Islam provides insights and answers to the problems his patients see on a daily basis.

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    The Sleep Episode! Guest Pod With Dr. Christopher Rose

    This week Dr. Islam welcomes in sleep specialist Dr. Christopher Rose to the podcast. They take a deep dive at sleep: how sleep works, the various sleep cycles, patterns, insomnia, sleep apnea and much more. To learn more about Dr. Rose's sleep center, you can call 806-791-3999.Let's Talk About [Sleep]!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Industry Shift Toward Self-Pay? Guest Pod with Veronica Estrada

    This week Dr. Islam sits down with Veronica Estrada, DNP, FNP-C of Estrada Health & Wellness to talk about a number of topics, beginning with her journey of starting a private self-pay practice under the current health care system. They discuss the benefits of circumventing the insurance pitfalls in her practice both for her and her patients, preventative care and even skin care routines! To learn more about Veronica's practice, visit: https://www.wellnessestrada.com/Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    The Secrets of Med School + Fixing Cortisol & Stress

    In this week's join-podcast with KAMC News, Paging Dr. Islam, they discuss a wide variety of medical topics starting with the trials and tribulations of medical school (0:25). They also discuss the mysteries of cortisol and how to manage stress (11:30), snoring (17:50), sick season (19:30) and the importance of poop frequency (22:30). Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    The New Food Pyramid - Dealing with Gout - Is Aspirin Bad?

    In today's joint podcast with KAMC News, Paging Dr. Islam, they discuss a variety of topics from the health world. They discuss RFK's new food pyramid (2:55), the relationship between the gut and the brain and how GLP-1's play a role (8:50), the differences and benefits of prebiotics and probiotics (14:10), how much protein you should have in your diet (15:45), skipping breakfast (16:50), dealing with gout (17:50) and the do's and don't's of Aspirin (20:55).Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Reversing Diabetes Naturally - Special Guest Dr. Jon Skelton

    This week Dr. Islam welcomes in Dr. Jon Skelton, founder of the Live Life Well Clinic in Lubbock, Texas.  They discuss the importance and Dr. Skelton's shift toward functional medicine (3:02), diabetes and reversing diabetes (5:48), the critical role of sleep and sleep tips (13:20), his stance on the GLP-1 craze (21:25) and practical tips to live your healthiest life (27:40). To learn more about Dr. Skelton's functional medicine practice, visit https://livelifewellclinic.comLet's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Guest Pod: Dr. Jamie Felberg - Challenges Facing Family Medicine - AI in Medicine - Measles - Syphilis??

    This week Dr. Islam welcomes in Dr. Jamie Felberg.  He is the Chair of the Department of Family & Community Medicine at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center. In addition to Dr. Felberg's background, they cover a wide variety of issues facing medicine today including the challenges and advancements of the industry during the Covid-19 pandemic, the future of artificial intelligence in health care, the surprising local outbreaks of measles and syphilis, as well as the easiest thing you can do to get healthy and live longer. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    LED Light Cancer Treatment? Device Brain Rot?

    In this latest installment of Dr. Islam's podcast collaboration with KAMC 28 News, he and Sandy discuss a wide range of topics including: -LED light as an experimental cancer treatment (1:05)-Kidney transplants and the organ donation process (9:30)-Are our devices rotting our brains? (19:00)-How hobbies can improve brain health (25:10)Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Paging Dr. Islam - Episode 4

    Dr. Islam is excited to share another podcast joint-venture with KAMC News and eL+, 'Paging Dr. Islam.' In this episode they discuss the health trend of full-body MRI scans (0:10), the importance and time table of breast cancer screening (6:20), how to best prepare for cold and flu season (9:15), shingles (12:00), coffee enemas and other detox scams (13:45), the importance of screen limits on children (17:50) and the effect of energy drinks on your gut health (23:25). 

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    Podcast Takeover! Get to Know Dr. Islam With Mathew Blades

    This week, Dr. Islam welcomes a special guest host, Mathew Blades, as he flips the script and interviews Dr. Islam. Get to know the man behind the endoscope: his background, his training and many other GI questions along the way!Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Special Guest Pod: Will Oglesby, MD

    This week, Dr. Islam sits down with family medicine doctor Will Oglesby, MD. They cover a wide variety of topics including preventative care, weight loss, GLP-1's, hormones, and much more. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Dealing with H. pylori in Your Gut

    This week, Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori). The causes, the symptoms, the treatments and food that can help get rid of this common gut infection. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Fixing Hemorrhoids Once and For All

    This week, Dr. Islam takes a deep dive look at hemorrhoids (0:20). What are they, what causes them, how to fix them, and he debunks common myths about hemorrhoids (8:57). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Paging Dr. Islam - Episode 3

    Dr. Islam is excited to share other podcast joint-venture with KAMC News and eL+, 'Paging Dr. Islam.' This week he discusses the benefits, the risks, the black markets of GLP1's (0:35). He also takes a look at the mystery of metabolism (6:35), the importance of sleep (9:25) and he takes a look at the validity of popular health trends right now seen on social media (16:30).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Let's Talk About Hormones! Special Guest Pod - Jamie Stice, FNP

    This week Dr. Islam welcomes Jamie Stice, FNP, of Sozo Health to discuss the benefits of hormone replacement therapy in both men and women. If you're confused about whether hormone replacement is for you or not, this is the episode for you!Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Paging Dr. Islam - Episode 2

    Dr. Islam is excited to share other podcast joint-venture with KAMC News and eL+, 'Paging Dr. Islam.' This week he discusses simple home remedies for common seasonal sickness (0:40), tips for using ginger for health (2:30), using regular allergy pills (4:50), when to wait and when not to wait to go see your doctor (8:04), strep throat and why do we have tonsils (10:45), mosquitos and West Nile Virus (13:45), the importance of colonoscopies (15:50), and he busts some health myths (21:40)!Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Paging Dr. Islam - Episode 1

    Dr. Islam is excited to share the first episode of our new podcast joint-venture with KAMC News and eL+, 'Paging Dr. Islam.' He talks about a wide variety of topics including his journey to becoming a GI doctor, the difference between probiotics and prebiotics (4:45), the flu vaccine (7:45), do vitamin C supplements help with staying healthy (9:25), tips to help with bloating (11:25), tips to get more fiber in your diet (13:40), protein supplements (15:45), how to prevent heartburn (16:35), and tips to better exercise habits (19:19).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    IBS or CSID? Breaking Down Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency

    This week Dr. Islam goes on a deep dive of the enzyme deficiency, CSID, or Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency (3:00). In addition to a patient example, he discusses the causes, treatments and tips for dealing with CSID (6:35). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Life After Gallbladder Removal: How to manage your cholecystectomy

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into the trials and tribulations of gallbladder issues, including what does the gallbladder even do (3:59), common gallbladder problems (5:18), how it's removed (7:40), what to expect after removal (9:20) and tips for improving your quality of life after your cholecystectomy (12:32). He also goes in depth on what foods to eat and stay away from after your surgery (14:12). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Black Stools, Melena, What Your Stool Color Means!

    This week Dr. Islam explores the poop color spectrum. He begins with a case study of a patient suffering from black, tarry stools, or melena (2:03). He also explores the causes and the seriousness of rectal bleeding (9:49) and he explains what each poop color means for your health (21:21).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Scary Patient Case Study + Gastroparesis Month

    This week Dr. Islam begins with a patient case study of trouble swallowing gone wrong (2:30). He also takes an extensive look at delayed gastric emptying, gastroparesis (9:29). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Hulk Hogan's Death: What Can We Learn? + What is Your Poop Color Telling You?

    This week Dr. Islam examines the importance of your poop's color and what it may be telling you about your gut health. He starts with a patient case study (2:01). He also takes a look at the death of wrestling icon, Hulk Hogan, and some of the lessons we can learn from his passing (11:50). He returns to the poop color discussion with the ultimate red flag: red poop (20:06). And finally, he discusses all of the poop colors you may have and what they mean for your health (31:43). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    CSID: Congenital Sucrase Isomaltase Deficiency

    This week Dr. Islam takes a look at a condition the medical field is only recently getting a better understanding of: CSID, congenital sucrase isomaltase deficiency. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Concierge Medicine? What is it - who's it for - is it the future of medicine?

    In this episode, Dr. Islam welcomes a special guest to the pod, Dr. Jacob Reddick MD. Dr. Reddick is the co-owner of Preferred MD, a concierge medicine practice. He outlines what concierge medicine is, the benefits, the challenges, who it's for and whether it's the future of medicine!PreferredMD.net806-785-0600Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Special Guest: Lacey Meeks MSN

    In this episode, Dr. Islam visits with Lacey Meeks of Farwell Family Healthcare to discuss the adventure of owning her own practice, the future of health and wellness management, hormone therapy and much more. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Fatty Liver Disease Deep Dive

    This week, Dr. Islam takes a long look at fatty liver disease, what has now become the most common cause of liver cirrhosis in the United States. He begins with a patient case study (2:16) who suffered from MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatitic liver disease and formerly known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease). He also gives practical liver habits to help improve your liver health (14:43) and self-care options to improve the health of your liver (19:59). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Your Brain is Messing With Your Gut: The Gut-Brain Axis

    This week, Dr. Islam examines the relationship between the brain and gut, or the gut-brain axis (1:45). He gives you the five things you need to know about the gut-brain axis (10:24)) and eleven practical tips to improve both your gut and brain health (17:25).  Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Let's Talk About [Prostate!] - Special Guest: Pranav Sharma, MD

    This week Dr. Islam welcomes in Dr. Pranav Sharma, a Board Certified Urologist, to the podcast (1:07). Together they discuss the dangers and treatments of prostate cancer, the importance of prostate screening, testosterone replacement therapy, and more!Dr. Islam also takes a closer look at esophageal cancer, including the warning signs to look for and the steps to reduce your risk. (48:40)He also discusses colon cancer prevention and the symptoms to look for. (58:17)Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Special Guest Pod: David Long, MD - Lubbock Cooper Health Center

    In this episode, Dr. Islam visits with Dr. David Long. Dr. Long has practiced family medicine for 15 years in the Lubbock area. They discuss hormone replacement therapy(6:00), GLP-1's(19:17), and the success of drive-up clinics (25:00).He also shares his story of opening his own successful private practice in the middle of the pandemic (29:20).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Life After Gallbladder Removal: Managing Your Gut After Cholecystectomy

    This week, Dr. Islam takes a long look at managing your life and gut following the removal of your gallbladder, or cholecystectomy. He provides a patient case study (1:04), what exactly happens to your digestive system following your gallbladder removal (12:00), and what foods he recommends following your cholecystectomy (16:12). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Fix Your Gut Naturally! How to Use Food as Medicine

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into using food as medicine for your gut. He discusses a recent patient case study (2:01), the immense benefits of blueberries on your gut (16:28), the mysterious benefits of ginger (23:13) and not all bread is bad for your gut (30:57). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Fatty Liver Disease! Everything You Need to Know

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into fatty liver disease and everything you need to know about this relatively under-discussed, but important health topic. Everything from NAFLD, MASLD, patient case studies and tips, it's all here!Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Bloating! Everything You Need to Know to Fix Your Bloat

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into bloating. He discusses a case study of a patient that suffered from bloating (1:28), he provides some tips on how to combat your bloat (16:22), and how castor oil may be able to help as well (24:03).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Special Guest Pod: Kobie Benham, NP - Snyder Family Healthcare

    Dr. Islam welcomes a fellow West Texas healthcare provider, Kobie Benham, owner of Snyder Family Healthcare. They discuss what it's like to practice medicine in a rural community, owning your own practice, the explosion of hormone replacement therapy and much more. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    The Constipation Episode: Everything You Need to Know to Get Going and Flowing

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into the world of constipation. He begins with a patient case study (2:44). He also gives five easy tips to improve your constipation (20:39), foods to avoid (24:33) and he discusses the benefits of Dragon Fruit when it comes to constipation (32:39). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    What's Really Causing Your Reflux?

    This week Dr. Islam uses a patient's experience (1:02) with acid reflux as a backdrop for the causes (2:09), testing (7:36) and treatments (9:21) for reflux. Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Look Out Below: Hemorrhoids, Itching, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive down below!He begins with a case study from a patient who was struggling with pelvic floor dysfunction and hemorrhoids (2:45). Next he takes a look at why you may be having an itchy bottom and how you can prevent it (13:52). Also he goes over the most common hemorrhoid myths he hears (19:43), and he goes more in-depth on pelvic floor dysfunction (22:45). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    The Reflux Episode - Everything You Need to Know About GERD, Reflux, Heartburn

    This week Dr. Islam takes a deep dive into everything you need to know about GERD, reflux and heartburn. He begins with a patient case study (1:55). He then give five effective ways to help manage your GERD (19:15), he debunks some common acid reflux myths (24:01), and has five drink recommendations for your reflux (30:56). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    IBS - Everything You Need to Know About Irritable Bowel Syndrome

    This week Dr. Islam takes an extensive dive into IBS. He begins with an IBS patient case study (2:05). He also takes a look at the most common causes of IBS (16:37), foods he recommends to help with your IBS symptoms (21:00), and five changes you can make in your life to help with your IBS (25:10). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Is Your Mental Health Affecting Your Gut? + Sleep & Exercise's Roles in Gut Health + Treating H. Pylori

    This week Dr. Islam focuses on some surprising lifestyle choices that can have a huge influence on your gut health. First he takes a look at the relationship between the gut and mental health, or the gut-brain axis (2:21). Next he explores how sleep impacts your gut health, digestion and the balance of your microbiome (8:20). He then discusses how exercise can greatly benefit your gut microbiome (14:26). Lastly, he talks about everything you need to know about H. pylori (20:14).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Functional Medicine, Yay or Nay? + GI Super Fruit + Ginger's GI Benefits + Gluten Intolerances

    This week Dr. Islam covers a wide variety of topics, beginning with a discussion around functional medicine (0:35). He also dives into some GI topics, including his favorite super-fruit for gut health (6:18). He also dives into the long list of benefits of ginger on your health and why you should incorporate it into your diet (13:04). Finally, he sheds some light on the tricky world of gluten intolerances (21:03). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Colon Cancer Awareness + Hormones Messing with Your Gut? + GI's Role in Immune Health

    This week Dr. Islam tackles a variety of topics beginning with colon cancer awareness month (0:40 ). He gives tips like when you need to get a colonoscopy, things to avoid in your everyday life, and warning signs. He also discusses the GI tract's role in immune health and the relationship between the two (5:26), also how your gut health may be playing a role in hormone imbalances in your body (13:23), and tips on dealing with fecal incontinence (18:56). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Are GLP-1's Wrecking Your Gut? + Fix You Gut After Antibiotics + Managing IBS

    This week, Dr. Islam covers a variety of GI topics, including how popular GLP-1's like Ozempic and Wegovy may be affecting your gut health (0:39). He also has some tips you can do to manage IBS (8:37), information you need to know about the relationship between the gut and the brain (16:23), and his five-step approach to getting your gut back on track after a round of antibiotics (23:33).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    AI's Role In Medicine + Why Is Your Poop Floating? + How Vaping Affects Your Gut + Eating the Rainbow

    This week Dr. Islam tackles a variety of GI topics as well as the medical field overall. He begins with his thoughts on the role of artificial intelligence in medicine (0:32). He also explores the benefits of eating a diet that's rich in color (5:54). He gets to the bottom of why you may be having floating stools (10:05). And how vaping may affect your GI health (15:54). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Quit Fasting Wrong! + Improving Your Gut Today + How to Eat with H. Pylori

    This week, Dr. Islam covers a variety of topics, starting with the surprising breakout of measles in West Texas (0:40). Also he gives you the best foods to eat and avoid if you're dealing with H. pylori (5:30), he discusses the five biggest mistakes people make when fasting (11:25), and effective ways to heal your gut naturally (17:33).Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Why Is Your Poop Floating? + These Foods Are Making Your Constipation Worse + Tips for UC Flares

    This week Dr. Islam tackles a variety of topics, beginning with a brief book review of Outlive by Peter Attia (0:38). He also takes a look at foods that can actually make your constipation symptoms worse (5:27), what floating stools mean for your health (13:34), and tips for dealing with your ulcerative colitis flares (19:31). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    The Worst Foods for Your Liver + Easy Fixes for GERD + Silent Reflux?

    This week Dr. Islam covers a variety of topics. He begins with a few easy tips to help you out during cold & flu season (1:13). He also gives some easy tips to help combat your GERD (3:58), a deep-dive into silent acid reflux (8:59), and the five worst foods for your liver health (13:24). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    You're Probably Fasting Wrong + Simple Fixes for Bloating + Best Foods After Your Cholecystectomy

    This week Dr. Islam dives into a number of topics, starting with new studies linking alcohol and obesity to cancer (0:33). He also gives some simple tips to help fix your bloating (5:51), five common mistakes people make when fasting (10:33), and the best foods to help your digestion after gallbladder removal (16:24). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Itchy Bottom + Clay Colored Stool + Fixing Fatty Liver Disease

    This week Dr. Islam returns from vacation with some tips on how to handle your resolutions for 2025 (1:06) as well as a variety of GI topics, including clay colored stools (5:16), dealing with an itchy bottom (11:43), and fixing your fatty liver disease (17:04). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    Coffee Enemas + Foods for IBS + Hiatal Hernias

    This week Dr. Islam hits a number of GI topics, starting with the growing trend of coffee enemas (0:55). He also takes a look at foods that can help if you're dealing with IBS (6:42), and how to deal with a hiatal hernia (11:01). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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    RFK's Plan for Processed Food + What's Up With Green Poop? + How to Live Longer!

    This week Dr. Islam takes on a wide range of GI topics, starting with Robert Kennedy Jr.'s plan to get America healthier (0:54). He also takes a look at the benefits of a predictable morning dump (6:06), how normal is it to have the occasional green poop (9:39), and how to easily improve your longevity (13:00). Let's Talk About Poop!Website: https://lubbockgastro.comYouTube: @SameerIslamMDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameerislammdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerislammdX: @SameerIslamMDOffice: 806-696-4440

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Take a journey through the bowels of your GI tract with Dr. Sameer Islam! Based out of Lubbock, Texas and trained at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Islam provides insights and answers to the problems his patients see on a daily basis.

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