The gastrointestinal system is something that most people don’t pay much attention to unless there is a problem. But what if we told you that you could significantly reduce your risk of gastrointestinal issues just by making a few small changes to your daily life? It really is that easy to have great GI health. […]
Home Treatment Options For Hemorrhoids
Nobody likes talking about hemorrhoids, which is why many people turn to the internet for home remedies instead of seeing a doctor if they suspect they have a hemorrhoid. This is actually a good treatment plan if you can confirm that you are for sure dealing with a mild hemorrhoid problem. If you’re not sure […]
Is Abdominal Bloating A Serious Issue?
If you eat a particularly spicy meal or slurp down a caffeinated beverage, there’s a chance that you’ll experience some bloating in the stomach or abdominal region. You may be uncomfortable for an hour or so, but if this sensation persists for hours or becomes chronic, is it something you should see a doctor about? […]
What Is Duodenitis And How Is It Treated?
Your duodenum makes up the first part of your small intestine, and its job is to kickstart the digestive process by combining enzymes with food as it passes through. Since all food must pass through the duodenum during the digestive process, it’s easy to see how a problem with the area could become a significant […]
What Is Malabsorption Syndrome And How Is It Treated?
Your small intestine is designed to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat into your bloodstream, and for most people, that’s exactly what it does. For a small portion of the population, their small intestine doesn’t absorb the right amount of nutrients or fluids for one reason or another. This can deprive the body of […]
The Causes & Treatment Options For Peptic Ulcers
A peptic ulcer is a sore that develops on the lining of your stomach or the beginning of your small intestine. Depending on its exact location, it may be classified as a gastric or duodenal ulcer, but the general term for sores in this vicinity is peptic ulcer. They are more common than you might […]
Are My Digestive Issues Caused By A Gluten Allergy?
Our understanding of gluten and how our bodies process this group of proteins has grown exponentially in just the last decade, and we’ve become much more aware that gluten allergies and sensitivities can affect our digestive and immune systems. If you’ve been feeling lethargic after eating certain meals or you’re dealing with symptoms like bloating, […]
Why am I Constipated? A Few Potential Causes
Constipation can be painful, frustrating, and embarrassing. Most cases of constipation are acute and only last for a day or two. Typically, no action is needed in these cases. But when constipation becomes chronic, there may be a more serious underlying cause. In this article, we are going to run through a few potential causes […]
A Few Things that can Make Irritable Bowel Syndrome Worse
If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, you’ve probably noticed that some things make the IBS worse. It’s important to note that IBS impacts each patient differently, but there are certain things that are likely to worsen IBS in most patients. In this article, we are going to talk about a few things that can make […]