Millions of people all over the world take vitamin and mineral supplements to help keep colds, flu, and diseases away. Vitamins in some cases been proven to improve an individual’s overall health. Although in most cases vitamins support our health, supplements such as calcium, iron and Vitamin C in high doses, can lead to stomach
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Can Kegel Exercises Control your Overactive Bladder?
Many medical professionals say YES! According to our gastroenterologists, implementing various Kegel Exercises into your daily life can help those with overactive bladders, especially woman. Studies show that symptoms improve substantially in a very high percent of people whom regularly and properly do pelvic floor muscle exercises. Poor urine and/or fecal control are often due
Read MoreDo you have Celiac? Or Are you just Gluten Intolerant?
The symptoms of celiac disease, a genetic condition which affects an estimated 2 million Americans, and gluten intolerance are sometimes similar but vary from person to person. Despite some similarities, the primary difference between celiac disease and gluten intolerance is that celiac disease involves your immune system and causes long-term damage to the villi (finger-like
Read MoreMaking Sense of the Adverse Effects of PPIs
The research many scientists conduct often reflects the society we all live in. One phenomenon of current society is the rise of the reality television show. Participants are promised instant media fame without having to struggle through acting school. I worry that this has rubbed off on some of the studies scientists now conduct. Sir
Read MoreMaking Sense of Food Intolerance and Allergies
Few areas cause our patients more confusion than a food allergy, food intolerance and what this has to do with their digestive problems. Wherever you turn, there seems to be conflicting information; and your friends, relatives and lots of total strangers are happy to give you their opinions also. To best educate oneself, it is
Read MoreStay Smart, Keep the Stomach Bug Away!
Chances are, at some point in your life you’ve had gastroenteritis, commonly known as the “stomach bug.” The stomach bug is typically a virus that spreads easily through the population. You’ll recognize the symptoms of the stomach bug as an upset stomach (diarrhea, vomiting), headache, abdominal cramping and fever. The stomach bug is unpleasant, with
Read MoreFoods that Relieve Constipation: Help Get Things Flowing Again
A person is considered constipated when their bowel movements have become infrequent and/or difficult. A telling sign a person is constipated is if they have not had a bowel movement in three days. This is extremely unhealthy because stool that has not passed will become harder and more difficult to pass, leading to problems like
Read MoreThe Relationship Between Aspirin and Colorectal Cancer
For people who experienced a heart attack or stroke, regular use of low-dose aspirin — 325 milligrams or less — has long been recommended as a way to prevent another cardiovascular incident from occurring. Moreover, additional research has found taking aspirin may also reduce your risk of colorectal cancer after 10 years of use. Research
Read MoreWhy am I so bloated?
Bloating, abdominal discomfort and gassiness are some of the most uncomfortable and prolonged symptoms in the GI tract. It sometimes feels like your midsection has been flooded with fluid or like a ball is sitting in your stomach. In some cases, bloating can even cause distention or swelling of the abdomen. Although bloating goes away
Read MoreIs Your Liver Healthy?
The human liver serves a very important function in a person’s daily life. It works to filter blood that comes from your digestive tract and then passes the blood to the rest of your body once it’s been detoxified. Also, it creates proteins that assist in blood clotting. These functions are essential, and having a
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