Pumpkin is an Incredible Superfood
Pumpkin is a superfood. Pumpkin is incredibly rich in vital antioxidants and vitamins. This humble backyard vegetable is very low in calories yet a good […]
Drive Out the Darkness in Your Life
Welcome to the Most Depressing Week of the Year! Welcome to the most depressing month of the year that began with the most depressing day […]
Eat White Foods for Stroke Prevention
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one American dies from a stroke every four minutes. This is devastating news, but fortunately, reexamining […]
Constipation in Adults (The Basics)
What is constipation? Constipation is a common problem that makes it hard to have bowel movements. Your bowel movements might be: Too hard Too small […]
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or GERD (The Basics)
What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease? Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also called acid reflux, is when the acid that is normally in your stomach backs up into […]
Acid Reflux (The Basics)
What is acid reflux? Acid reflux is when the acid that is normally in your stomach backs up into the esophagus. The esophagus is the […]
Celiac Disease (The Basics)
What is celiac disease? Celiac disease is a condition that impairs your body’s ability to break down certain foods. People who have the disease get […]
Gas and Bloating (The Basics)
What causes gas? Causes of gas include: Swallowing air, often while eating, drinking, or smoking. Swallowed air usually comes back out as a burp. Eating […]
GI Bleed (The Basics)
What is a GI bleed? “GI” stands for “gastrointestinal.” “GI system” (or “GI tract”) is the medical term for all the organs in your body […]
Crohn Disease (The Basics)
What is Crohn disease? Crohn disease is a disorder that can cause diarrhea, belly pain, and other symptoms that affect the digestive tract. The digestive […]