Digestive Health

Constipation is a condition of the digestive system in which a person (or animal) experiences hard feces that are difficult to expel. This usually happens because the colon absorbs too much water...

High fiber diets are a great way to improve health and can be easy to implement. There are many foods on the market that are high in fiber that actually taste good. Many people think high fiber...

Are you tired of the burning and inability to enjoy your food caused by acid reflux? Do you wake in the middle of the night, unable to quickly fall back asleep? Perhaps your prescription...

At some point in our lives most of us have to deal with heartburn and stomach discomfort. Here are some natural ways to get rid of heartburn and discomfort. Your health is in your hands!

Acid reflux and heartburn or stomach problems can occur at any point in life. Many symptoms, causes and treatments will be different with each individual person, as well as the severity and...

Acid reflux pain can be relieved and also eliminated from your life if you're willing to do what's necessary. Many times people want relief, but aren't willing to do anything to get it. It's easy...

Ever wonder what over the counter medicine is safe to give your dog? In this article you will learn what common remedies vets have deemed appropriate for different symptoms such as nausea,...

There have been some frightening incidents of E.coli bacteria turning up in mass-marketed foods in the past couple of years. However, many things that you normally wouldn't suspect are major...

If you only move your bowels once every three or four days, feel bloated, or pass small, hard stools, you may be constipated. Changing some of your daily habits may help.

You have a wonderful day. Things are going good. You have had a great weekend. You get ready for bed a little early since you have to start back to work tomorrow. You fall asleep fairly...

Chronic indigestion in America is becoming more of a problem each year. If you have stomach problems more than seven days out of the month you may have chronic indigestion. It is uncomfortable and...

Constipation is characterized by hard to pass and infrequent bowel movements. In one national study, over 4 1/2 million Americans reported they suffered from chronic constipation. Below are the...

Baking soda has been used in some form for centuries. Ancient Egyptians used the natural compound, natron, for natural cleaning. Natron is naturally occurring in lakebeds and contains soda ash,...

“Sister, I feel disgusting! I haven’t pooped in days,” is my sister’s predictable greeting every time she visits for the holidays. “Got anything that’ll loosen up whatever is stuck in there, how...

Constipation can be either a really uncomfortable feeling, or a chronic condition. Chronic constipation can be caused by any number of conditions, but is most often due to a lack of dietary...

I am writing this article bedside at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. You’ve seen my son Jimmy’s pictures a lot on my articles. That’s him on the Homemade Baby Toys article and on the...

If you need bloating relief then welcome to the club. There are millions of people every day that seek out antacids and other means to ease the pain of a bloated stomach. It's not that hard to...

A diet for diverticulitis is for those who have been diagnosed with diveritculosis. It is more common in those over the age of 50, mostly caused by a poor diet, low in fiber and highly processed...

I am going to give you tips in this article on how to cure diarrhea with simple Coca Cola soda pop! It is easy and it really works. I was given this tip from a nurse practitioner when my daughter...

If you have read my two other articles on reflux disease, you already know that reflux is caused when the esophageal sphincter weakens and allows stomach acid to backwash into the esophagus. If...

The uncomfortable, miserable burning sensation felt in the chest, stomach or throat attacks many of us from time to time. Heartburn is most often caused by indigestion and acidic stomach contents...

Accurately identifying the cause of your food poisoning is very important so that you can prevent another unfortunate case of food poisoning from happening to you again. Sometimes the symptoms of...

Constipation, or difficult, irregular bowel movements, can be an uncomfortable problem for some babies and children as well as for adults. It's fairly easy to treat, though ' and usually doesn't...

The American Gastroenterological Association reports that about 30% of Americans experience some sort of gastrointestinal problem a year. Symptoms such as stomach cramps or pain, bloating,...

Passing gas is either embarrassing or hysterically funny depending much upon the situation, age, gender, maturity, and location of the passing. As well, it is a hard subject to bring up even...

Bloating is that uncomfortable swelling you get in your stomach after eating a full meal. Your abdomen can feel tight or even painful. Here are some tips concerning bloating and how to get rid of it.

Your digestive system and your colon are like the deep roots of a tree if there is poison in the ground the tree will start to decay, loose a branch, and eventually die. The same will happen to...

Constipation is irregular bowel movement, usually accompanied by dry and hard stools. Even though it is generally not life threatening, it does cause a lot of discomfort. Follow the following tips...

A diet for pancreatitis may be in order if you have an acute pancreatitis attack. If you decide not to follow the diet then you're setting yourself up for a chronic form of the disease. Therefore,...

Living with chronic bad breath and body odor is a warning sign that something major is wrong with your health. It is also a cruel torment that is humiliating, steals your happiness, self-esteem...

Diarrhea is, no doubt, something we all want to avoid. The occasional bout of diarrhea can usually be prevented with a change in diet to avoid a trip to the doctor’s office. However, if you have...

We've all been there. Here are some pointers that help you control the urge to *urp*

Constipation is very painful and uncomfortable for anyone. We can avoid constipation and provide relief of constipation by eating the right foods. I prefer any alternative medicine as opposed to...

Extreme pain in the chest. Horrific heartburn. Burning in the chest. These are all symptoms of acid reflux disease. The correct name for GERD is gastroesophageal reflux disease but it is often...

Pernicious Anemia is a RARE BLOOD DISORDER that afflicts many people in the United States and around the world. In 1996 approximately 399,455 people were living with pernicious anemia. That means...

Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest the sugar in milk, lactose. This inability results from a shortage of the enzyme lactase, which is normally produced in the small intestine. Lactase...

The following recipe is from a lifelong friend who assures us that this all natural laxative works better than just about anything you can buy, mix or concoct. Handed down by the oldtimers, this...

Stomach gas can cause pain,discomfort and a lot of embarrassment.While it is a normal body function,excessive gas and bloating is not good.Sometimes,constant gas and bloating is a sign of...

Chronic gas, also known as colic is causes sleepless nights for many new parents. It can be a very painful condition for a newborn, who swallows a lot of air during feeding. The good news is that...

Do you have chronic heartburn? Are you looking to beat your heartburn and relieve the horrible symptoms you suffer? If you're serious about finding relief, here's the best heartburn diet...

Constipation is a common problem but it is a source of some very serious diseases.When the bowels are not emptied fully,toxins travel in the blood to all parts of the body causing high blood...

Like it is not bad enough that we have a to wear bras, but we also have to deal with Menstrual cramps. Here are some very natural ways to help with those pesky little cramps

Sufferers of the stomach flu are often told they can't do anything and have to let it run it's course. It is best to let the body rid the toxins causing the symptoms of stomach flu, but you can...

I know this is not a fun subject to talk about, but a good colon cleanse every once in a while is essential to maintain good health. These tips will detoxify your body and help you get rid of any...

I've suffered with this pain and I can tell you it's not easy. But you can deal with it, get over it and regain control of your life instead of letting it control you.

Bowel disorders are very common. These problems affect our bowels which include the intestinal tract. Males, females, children, and adults alike can all get problems affecting their intestines....

Gallstones are a common affliction for many people. They are painful and depending on the amount of pain and blockage cause can require gall bladder surgery. Gallstones can range in size from very...

Acid reflux is miserable. If you have acid reflux, you may have stopped eating some of your favorite foods or started taking chalky tasting medicines which are hard on your wallet. Acid reflux can...

Do you know what GERD is? Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a severe form of acid indigestion, but it can lead to throat or esophageal tears which can cause internal bleeding. It is often...

Maintaining a healthy digestive system is key to feeling well. When we exercise and eat a balanced diet we help promote good bowel elimination, thus keeping our bodies active and healthy in the...