One of the most overlooked aspects of keeping your body working at its peak condition is hydration. Hydration has become more of a challenge since we starting wearing face masks. Dehydration can cause problems such as headaches, weakness, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth and more serious problems depending on the severity. Oppositely, being well-hydrated can reap some serious benefits such as enhanced energy levels and regulated moods, it can help aid in weight loss, keep your sk

Thick liquids are often recommended for individuals with swallowing disorders. Some of the reasons thickened liquids are recommended include: Thin liquids move fast and can spill out of the mouth and into the throat before the individual is ready to swallow. Thickening a liquid can slow down the flow of the liquid, especially if there is a delayed swallow. Thin liquids are more difficult to control in the mouth. Thickening a liquid can keep the sip of fluid together in the mo

Did you know that we all ingest approximately 2 quarts of air when we talk, eat, or laugh per day? Aerophagia is the medical term for excessive and repetitive air swallowing. People with aerophagia gulp so much air, it produces uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms. Some reasons for excessive air swallowing include: eating quickly (for example, taking a second bite before the first one is fully chewed and swallowed), talking while eating, chewing gum, drinking through a str

Anatomically, swallowing disorders have been divided into three phases: oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal. Dysphagia can occur in any of these three phases. Our swallow studies typically include an anterior to posterior view of the entire swallowing mechanism from the oral cavity extending down to the stomach to view all 3 phases of the swallow. If any indications of esophageal dysphagia are observed during the Modified Barium Swallow study, a consult with a Gastroenterologist