Category Archives: Intestinal Disorders

Many people understand the importance of a getting a good night’s sleep, but recent research indicates that two inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis could relapse due to sleep disturbances. Sleep disturbances are associated with absenteeism at work, as well as an increased need for healthcare services. Research shows that it is also ...click here to read more

Traveling can be a lot of fun; it allows us to meet new and interesting people, experience different cultures, and in some cases enjoy delicious new cuisines. However, if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) traveling can be challenging. Many people with intestinal disorders avoid trains, planes, buses, and car travel out of fear they ...click here to read more

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

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

If you suffer from digestive problems, including Crohn’s disease, you know just how disturbing the stomach symptoms can be to your everyday life.  According to www.foxnews.com, Ari Meisel who lives in New York, has found a way to manage his Crohn’s disease symptoms without drug therapy and believes that he has been “cured” of the ...click here to read more

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

Today we hear a lot about toxins. There are many chemicals in the air and in the work-place. We are also exposed to chemicals through drugs, and refined foods we eat. This leads to obvious stomach problems for some people, while others simply have a gut full of toxins without really knowing it. Toxicity has ...click here to read more

Most people have had stomach problems at some point in their lives but when you have an ultra sensitive stomach meal-time can be a nightmare. It’s as if food becomes the enemy. If you are one of those people who are looking for better digestion and less discomfort there are diets that can help you. ...click here to read more

At some point in your life, you’re going to suffer from a bout of nausea and when you do, you’ll probably be looking for natural digestion aids that will help to calm your stomach. Nausea is the sensation that your body wants to empty itself and can be disturbing to many aspects of your life. ...click here to read more

Is your acid reflux making your feel worse after each meal? Are you wishing your body were capable of better digestion and now you are actively searching for digestion aids? Acid reflux is generally considered as a digestive disorder that is characterized by gastric acid resurfacing in the esophageal area. This event can be quite ...click here to read more

Constipated and wished you had better digestion?  There are several signs regarding colon health that everyone needs to be aware of, especially when it concerns regular bowel movement.  Hemorrhoids are common structures in the anal canal that assist in the movement of the stool.  These structures are filled with blood vessels and connective tissues that ...click here to read more

People that suffer from digestive issues, including stomach problems, know just how embarrassing and disruptive these episodes can be. Digestive disorders are very common in Canada, with over 20 million Canadian suffering from digestive problems each year. Suffering from stomach problems disrupts an individuals’ personal as well as professional life. Many people find talking about ...click here to read more

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that usually inhabit the digestive tract. They can easily become depleted from things such as antibiotic use, antibacterial hand soap, chlorinated drinking water, overuse of harsh cleaning chemicals and overconsumption of sugar and refined foods. A depletion of these beneficial bacteria is problematic because they play an important role in your ...click here to read more

The “D” word stands for diarrhea and surely it needs no introduction. In the second of my series on probiotics, I explore how these friendly bacteria can do wonders “down there” and help quell a case of the “D” word. Versus Acute Diarrhea Using probiotics for treating sudden cases of infectious diarrhea in  children is well ...click here to read more