Women everywhere understand that period cramps are the worst part of the menstrual cycle. About 80% of women have experienced this pain at some stage in their life. With period cramps being a monthly struggle for many people, the battle to find the best cure has been on for years. While some prefer to pop an ...
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are two similar but distinct digestive health problems. So what is the difference between IBD and IBS? It can be confusing. Even their familiar acronyms are easy to mix up. Many gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, ...
WHAT IS CROHN'S DISEASE Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory disease of the gastrointestintal tract. It falls in the same group of conditions known as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Crohn's can affect any part of the GI tract, but it most commonly affects the areas toward the end of the small intestine (ileum) and ...
Gluten is a word that’s been circulating in the health and wellness world for a long time. Contained in wheat, it can cause symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea and fatigue in those who have celiac disease or an intolerance. However, there’s some controversy about whether or not those of us who can tolerate it should ...
When the muscle located between your esophagus and stomach, called the lower esophageal sphincter, is not closing, it results in stomach acid and food flowing up into the esophagus. This is better known as acid reflux. In some people who experience chronic symptoms due to acid reflux, it leads to gastroesophageal ...
Leaky gut syndrome has been a topic of much discussion in recent years. It's also been the subject of much debate. That's because medical professionals can't seem to agree on whether it even really exists. And whether you’ve heard of it or not, leaky gut syndrome (LGS) is something that confuses most people. ...
Stomach ulcers, aka peptic ulcers, can be extremely uncomfortable and painful. And while, contrary to popular belief, eating certain foods is not the cause of ulcers — medications and bacterial infections typically are — your diet can potential impact how you feel when you have an ulcer. If you have a stomach ulcer, ...
It's long been said that the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach, but recent research has shown that the stomach is the way to a lot more than just a person’s heart. Simply put, your gut health is the balance and function of good and bad bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. The connections between the ...
"How will quitting drinking affect my health?" If you've every asked yourself that question, you may be considering quitting drinking for a short period or the long term. Many of us indulge in drinking alcohol regularly, and partaking is healthy in moderation. Still, some of us consider cutting back on our drinking ...
Thoreau wrote, “I believe that water is the only drink for a wise man.” But he didn't say at what temperature a wise man should drink his water. Health fads come and go so quickly that it’s hard to know what’s actually the truth. Is drinking warm water better for your digestion? Is drinking cold water bad for you? ...
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