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What Causes Abdominal Pain?

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on January 26, 2015
What Causes Abdominal Pain?
Abdominal pain may be one of the more ubiquitous gastrointestinal symptoms a person can experience. Most people can easily recall a time when they had a pain in their stomach, perhaps even accompanied by other symptoms like nausea, cramping and bloating. Because abdominal pain can be due to a wide number of causes, it can […]
Read More: abdominal pain, Allergy, constipation, Food poisoning, gas, indigestion, Ulcer

Navigate the Holiday Season: 3 Tips to Avoid Common Stomach Issues

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on December 19, 2014
Navigate the Holiday Season: 3 Tips to Avoid Common Stomach Issues
Can you believe it’s that time of year again? The end of November kicks off a holiday season full of opportunities for parties that celebrate friends, family and yes, food. Even with all of the festive cheer and good will, the holidays are notorious for food-related illnesses that can appear in otherwise healthy individuals – […]
Read More: acid reflux, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, indigestion, nutrition

Is Anxiety Causing Your Stomach Issues?

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on November 4, 2014
Is Anxiety Causing Your Stomach Issues?
Many people remember their parents asking if there was something they were worried about when they had a stomach ache as a child – maybe there was an upcoming test in school or you had a fight with a friend? This line of thought may not hold true for every gastroenterological issue, but many people do […]
Read More: Anxiety, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, Upset stomach

Are You Suffering from Chronic Constipation?

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on July 28, 2014
Are You Suffering from Chronic Constipation?
If your bowel movements have become less frequent or more difficult, you may be suffering from constipation. Constipation is a very common condition, with most people having to deal with it at least once during their lifetime.  Chronic constipation, however, can be symptomatic of a more serious condition. Many factors contribute to constipation, some [...]
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Do You Have IBS? Here’s How You Can Know For Sure

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on April 22, 2014
Do You Have IBS? Here’s How You Can Know For Sure
IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a chronic condition that affects a person’s digestive system. There are no known causes of IBS, but there are some theories that doctors have prescribed to in order to help with an IBS diagnosis and treatment for the condition. Some possible theories are that the condition either stems from […]
Read More: bloating, constipation, diarrhea, Digestive Diseases, IBS, IBS symptoms, IBS treatment

You Should Always Watch What You Eat, Especially If You Are Over 50

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on September 23, 2013
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Foods that Relieve Constipation: Help Get Things Flowing Again

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on September 20, 2013
Foods 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 More: constipation, digestive health, fiber, IBS, irritable bowel syndrome

Can Your Digestive Health Affect the Rest of Your Body?

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on August 30, 2013
Can Your Digestive Health Affect the Rest of Your Body?
It certainly can. The stomach is at the center of the immune system and the intestinal lining protects a person from harmful bacteria that could affect the rest of the body. Serotonin, which is mostly produced in the stomach with the brain coming in second, connects both parts of the body. This is why, for […]
Read More: bloating, Colon Cancer, Colonoscopy, constipation, cramps, diarrhea, Gastrointestinal Disorders, stomach problems

The Basics of Constipation: FAQs

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on April 2, 2013
The Basics of Constipation: FAQs
Constipation refers to a condition when bowel movements are decreased in frequency. Symptoms may include lumpy or hard stools, infrequent bowel movements (less than 3 per week), straining with bowel movements and a sensation of incomplete evacuation after bowel movements. Q1: What Causes Constipation? The most common cause of constipation is a diet [...]
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