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5 Methods for Fast Heartburn Relief

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on June 19, 2015
5 Methods for Fast Heartburn Relief
For those who experience heartburn, you know how uncomfortable the sensation can be and how quickly you want it to disappear. Most people would describe heartburn as a burning sensation in their chest or even throat. Heartburn typically occurs after eating, and can last from a few minutes up to several hours. For those on […]
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Does Stress Cause Peptic Ulcers?

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on June 12, 2015
Does Stress Cause Peptic Ulcers?
Peptic ulcers are found in a person’s stomach or duodenum (first part of the small intestine), and they can really be a pain. As the most common type of ulcer, peptic ulcers have a reputation for being caused by too much stress – but is this really true? Stress can account for a number of […]
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Teenage BMI Linked to Colon Cancer Risk

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on June 8, 2015
Teenage BMI Linked to Colon Cancer Risk
According to a new study published by Gut, overweight teenagers, male in particular, may be more prone to colon cancer later in life. The study evaluated potential links between adolescent body mass index (BMI) and colon cancer in adults, and its findings were deeply concerning, deducing that teenage obesity can make a person twice as […]
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