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How Gut Health and Digestion Influence Cholesterol Levels

Imperial Center Family Medicine

The liver manufactures new cholesterol molecules and captures excess from circulation for excretion. Multiple clinical studies verify that humans harboring elevated proportions of cholesterol-to-coprostanol converting bacteria tend to exhibit lower blood cholesterol levels and decreased risk for heart disease over time.

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Baby Formula Shortages

Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

Purchase from well-recognized distributors, grocers, and pharmacies rather than individually sold or auction sites. They may have samples in stock, connections to other local organizations, or ideas of other places to call, such as your local WIC clinic. Always mix formula as directed by the manufacturer.