Premature hair graying: a multifaceted phenomenon.

Premature hair graying (PHG) is the early loss of natural hair color, influenced by genetic, biological, and environmental factors. This review discusses the significant psychological impacts of PHG and explores its underlying mechanisms, related health conditions, and available treatments. The review examines the roles of genetics, oxidative stress, and lifestyle factors such as smoking and diet in premature graying.

Non-pharmaceutical treatments for irritable bowel syndrome.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder of gut-brain interaction that impacts a significant portion of the population and is associated with substantial morbidity, reduced quality of life, and economic impact globally. The pathophysiology of IBS is complex and incompletely understood, and the heterogeneity of IBS is reflected in the variety of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical therapies utilized for the management of IBS. Given limitations with pharmaceutical treatments, many patients with IBS seek non-pharmaceutical options.

A Call to Action: Unraveling the Nuance of Adapted Eating Behaviors in Individuals with GI Conditions.

The primary aim of this expert narrative review is to unravel the complexities of feeding and eating disorders in the gastroenterology practice setting. We aim to critically assess current assessment screening tools for eating and feeding disorders to gain a comprehensive understanding of how these tools may be misconstrued in the context of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. Additionally, our objective is to highlight the potential for over-pathologizing and under-pathologizing eating behavior in this patient population.