Welcome to the blog of Dr. Marcus Ettinger "Medical Detective" and "Digestion Coach"
I have been writing about health and the human body for over 34 years. I do this to provide easy-to-understand information on complex topics. I also do this to cement in my brain all that I’ve learned. I hope the information presented on my blog helps you increase your understanding of the body, disease, and health.
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5 Qualities of Perfect Poop
Evaluating Your Poop, To Determine Your State Of Health Poop (n.) "excrement," 1744, a children's euphemism, probably of imitative origin. The verb in this sense is from 1903. The same word in the sense "to break wind softly" is attested from 1721; earlier "to make a...
My Treatment Room
This is where I've spent more than half of my life, treating over 10,000 new patients. I'm very blessed and grateful to be able to do what I do. How many people can say that their job is also their hobby? I'm stoked that I can. I look forward to doing this, at least,...
Being Overweight Impacts Health, Economies, Food Security
What does the CDC say about being overweight? The Centers for Disease Control reported as of 2014 that each person in America spent an average of $9,523 per year on health care. That's $3.0 trillion a year or 17.5% of all of the goods and services produced in one...
The 5 Pillars of Health
The 5 Pillars of Health I present to you the 5 pillars of health. Vibrant health and vitality can only be built on these pillars, and they need to be strong and well maintained. Hydration, the first of the 5 Pillars of Health Hydration is FAR more than drinking plenty...
5 Little-Known Facts About Magnesium
The Mineral, Magnesium, Is A Mandatory Addition To Any Supplement Protocol First a little background on the importance of the mineral magnesium. I'm almost 52 and I've taken magnesium since I was 29, that's 23 years. The only other supplements I've taken this long are...
The Large Intestine – Part 5 of the 5 Phases of Digestion
The Large Intestine, Part 5 of the 5 Phases of Digestion - The Unsung Hero The large intestine, large bowel or colon as it's also known as is the final section of the gastrointestinal tract. Extending from its attachment with the small intestine, at the ileocecal...
The Small Intestine – Part 4 of the 5 Phases of Digestion
The Small Intestine - An Overview. Part 4 of the 5 Phases of Digestion The small intestine or small bowel is a highly convoluted tube, in the digestive tract, that absorbs about 90% of the nutrients present in the food we eat. It's also the largest and most...
The Mouth and The Stomach – Part 2 and 3 of the 5 Phases of Digestion
THE MOUTH and THE STOMACH - Part 2 and 3 of Digestion The Mouth and The Stomach - is part two and three of my 5 part series on digestion. Fear comes from uncertainty; we can eliminate the fear within us when we know ourselves better.” Bruce Lee This quote sums up why...
How Our Stress Level Affects Digestion And Assimilation – Part 1 of the 5 Phases of Digestion
Improving the digestion of my patients is the most important thing I can do, to assist them in regaining or maintain health. This five-part series will explore all that is DIGESTION. Part 1 will focus on our mental state, and how it affects digestion and assimilation...
Natural Constipation Remedies
Natural Constipation Remedies, in order of aggressiveness, from 1 to 10 1. This is the gentlest of all of the natural constipation remedies and is one of my favorites. I usually combine this with remedies 2 and 3, for greater effect. Combine 1 cup of warm water with...