Welcome to Dr. Veggiebelly's blog!

 

I'm Yona, a pediatric gastroenterologist with a master's in nutrition for gastrointestinal diseases, and a firm believer that nutrition is one of the most important, and underused, tools in gut health.

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I trained in pediatric gastroenterology partly because it's one of the few specialties where nutrition is genuinely built into the practice. But I always knew there was more to learn, which is what led me to my master's, and what keeps me going. I'm currently completing a lifestyle medicine certification and a master's in nutrition and the microbiome, because the science of how food, the gut, and overall health connect is endlessly fascinating to me. I want my patients to have access to the most up-to-date knowledge to support their health.

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It's also a personal matter. As someone who has dealt with gut issues, I know firsthand how much of a difference the right guidance can make. I would have loved having someone like this in my corner.

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Here you'll find evidence-based gut health content, practical nutrition tips, and plant-forward recipes for the whole family. And if you're ready for more than information, I work with people of all ages through a 3-month program designed to help you improve your gut health for the long term.