stomach problems

8 common digestion myths debunked

Talk to anyone you know and they’ll probably have some complaint about their digestion. Whether it’s bloating, an upset stomach, or heartburn, it seems that everyone’s suffering. With a rise in digestive woes, there’s a lot of information that’s circling, but unfortunately, not all of it is true. Below you will find some common digestive ...click here to read more

In diabetes patients, gastroparesis and stomach problems may be reduced with dietary changes

In diabetes patients, gastroparesis and stomach problems may be reduced with dietary changes. Gastroparesis is a progressive disorder causing food to remain in the stomach for prolonged periods of time. The condition is also known as delayed gastric emptying. Gastroparesis often stems from the damage to the nerves running through the digestive tract, so the ...click here to read more

Never ignore these stomach pains

We all experience digestive discomfort at some point in our lives. Maybe we ate too much, or consumed something that didn’t sit right; regardless of cause, we’ve all had bloating, gas, abdominal pain and constipation. Generally, we can pinpoint the cause of our digestive discomfort, and then we just shrug it off because we know ...click here to read more

Why your bowel movements may not be normal

If you suffer from constipation, you probably don’t visit the washroom very often. If you don’t have constipation, or diarrhea for that matter, but visit the bathroom numerous times a day, it that normal? When it comes to bowel movements it’s hard to know for sure what’s normal or not because we’re all different. A ...click here to read more

Best natural home remedies for ulcers

Frequent stomach upset and nausea? Could be a stomach ulcer, also known as a peptic ulcer –those open sores that can develop in the lining of your esophagus, stomach or small intestine. How to get rid of ulcers or find ulcer pain relief? You first need to pinpoint the cause and then consider some home ...click here to read more

Top 3 Gastrointestinal Problems and Treatments

If you suffer from bloating, gas or indigestion, you’re not alone.  Gastrointestinal issues are a common problem in today’s society.  While the symptoms of gastrointestinal issues may be uncomfortable and embarrassing to talk about, it is essential that you learn what’s going on with your body so that you can manage your symptoms appropriately. This ...click here to read more

Heartburn Drugs – Can They Break Your Hip?

Hip fractures are serious injuries that can result in permanent functional impairment, admission into nursing homes and an increased risk of death. Approximately 300,000 Americans suffer from hip fractures every year and 225,000 (or three-quarters) of hip fracture victims are female. Women are especially prone to fractures because their estrogen levels drop during menopause and ...click here to read more

Foods That Won’t Cause Heartburn

Approximately one third of adults suffer from heartburn and if you’re one of them you know how uncomfortable it can be when you eat a food that triggers an attack.  Making careful food choices is important if you want to keep your stomach problems from disrupting your life. What is Heartburn? Heartburn is often called ...click here to read more