Over her 20-year career, Dr. Sam has specialized in treating digestive and metabolic disorders, founding the Institute of Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders and Integrative Health in New York City. Dr. Sam’s groundbreaking work has positioned her at the forefront of understanding the root cause of bloating, constipation, obesity, fatigue, and other metabolic dysfunctions.
My name is Dr. Gina Sam. I'm a board-certified gastroenterologist and professor of Medicine based in New York City.
Gina Sam, MD, MPH, is a gastroenterologist who diagnoses and treats patients at The Institute of Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders and Integrative Health in New York City, New York.She is the founder of the practice, which she dedicates to GI motility disorders and sluggish digestion.
I served as the director of the Mount Sinai Gastrointestinal Motility Center for several years, and I also served at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, the biomedical research unit, and the medical school of Cornell University. I'm the founder and director of The Institute of Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders and Integrative Health in New York City.
EMMA IS NOT A PROBIOTIC
Why Probiotics Often Do More Harm Than Good
To be clear, probiotics can be beneficial when they reach the right part of the gut.
The challenge is getting them there.
The stomach's natural acid can reduce how many probiotic strains survive, andsome may not reach the large intestine, where they're most beneficial.
For those dealing with imbalances like SIBO, or small intestine bacterial overgrowth,adding more bacteria, especially in the wrong place, will make bloating and crampingmuch worse.
Research also suggests that probiotic supplements don't work the same way foreveryone, and results can vary depending on the individual. The key isn't simply addingmore bacteria, it's about clearing out the methane gas producing organisms calledarchaea.
EMMA DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY FIBER
Fiber Helps Bulk Poop, But Also Feeds Bad BacteriaAnd Causes Bloating
Fiber has long been promoted as the go-to solution for constipation. It can bulk up stooland sometimes help things move, but that doesn't mean it's fixing the root problem.
For many people, especially those dealing with SIBO (small intestinal bacterialovergrowth), excess bacteria in the gut may be the real issue.
Fiber can actually feed this overgrowth, leading to more gas, bloating, anddiscomfort, something many people notice after taking fiber supplements.
On top of that, many commercial fiber products contain artificial sweeteners and fillersthat may do little to support overall gut balance.
EMMA DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY LAXATIVES
Laxatiues Are Dangerous Chemicals That Destroy The Colon With Use
Many laxatives use ingredients like polyethylene glycol to help draw water into thecolon and stimulate bowel movements.
With frequent use, some laxatives may affect the natural function of the colon,which can make it harder for your body to stay regular on its own.
Over time, this may lead some people to rely on them more often, rather thansupporting long-term digestive balance.
- Regular use may also impact the balance of beneficial gut bacteria, which playsan important role in overall digestive health.
How Emma Works
Emma helps balance the production of methane gas.* It works in 3 different ways to normalize bathroom habits, usually within a few weeks of taking it to relieve occasional constipation and bring back those perfect poops.*
Why Emma Is More Effective Than Other Digestion Remedies
Focus on natural ingredients to stabilize and help yourgut flora thrive
Unlike probiotics, prebiotics, fiber, and laxatives,Emma is a product that is here to help you in thelong run - a world of difference for digestion!









