Digestive System

  • Common Heartburn Home Remedies
    Heartburn is a common condition that may affect anyone. It usually happens when the lower esophageal sphincter or LES is not working well. The LES is a muscular valve found at the end of the... (Read More)

  • Facts About Constipation
    Constipation is a sign that our digestive system is not working the way it should. Many people blame their actions such as improper eating or unhealthy lifestyle, however, these should not be assumed as the main... (Read More)

  • Foods That Cause Intestinal Gas
    Everyone experiences stomach gas now and then. It can be quite bothersome to some people and hope to avoid them as much as possible. One way that this can be done is by avoiding foods,... (Read More)

  • Home Remedies for Constipation
    Many people believe that poor diet causes constipation. Although research shows that it is not always the origin of the problem, the fact remains that a healthy diet keeps the body healthy. Also, irregular lifestyle and irregular... (Read More)

  • How the Digestive System Works
    The digestive system is one of the main functions of the body, working together to make life possible. It is composed of the digestive tract which is a series of hollow organs that are joined... (Read More)

  • How to Prevent Heartburn
    Heartburn happens when a defective valve in your digestive system causes acids to go out of control, resulting in a burning sensation in the chest. Heartburn is a very common symptom. About 60 million Americans... (Read More)

  • How to Prevent Hepatitis A
    Hepatitis a is not only a problem in less developed areas in the world. It has also become quite a problem in some developed countries such as the US, Canada, Europe and Japan. The virus... (Read More)

  • How to Prevent Hepatitis C
    Hepatitis C is also considered as a serious disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It has been estimated that about 170 million people all over the world have been chronically infected with the Hepatitis... (Read More)

  • How to Prevent Liver Disease
    The liver is the largest glandular organ in the body. It serves several functions in the body. One of its major functions is to produce substances that help break down fat. The liver also converts... (Read More)

  • Introduction to Hepatitis C
    Hepatitis C is also an inflammation of the liver, just like any other forms of hepatitis. The disease is also transmitted primarily through the blood and can be more persistent as an infection than hepatitis... (Read More)

  • Seeking Help For Heartburn
    Heartburn is a fairly common condition that may affect a lot of people. It is characterized by a painful burning sensation felt around the chest area that is just behind the breastbone. The pain of... (Read More)

  • Symptoms of Hepatitis B
    What is hepatitis B?Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver caused by the Hepatitis B virus or HBV. Originally known as serum hepatitis, it is considered as a fairly common disease although only about... (Read More)

  • The Difference Between Prebiotics and Probiotics
    A couple of the most popular nutritional supplements to make their Probiotics A couple of the most popular nutritional supplements to make their A couple of the most popular nutritional supplements to make their way... (Read More)

  • The Digestive System
    Food is our body's fuel. The nutrients in food gives our cells energy and substances that they need to function. Before our body can get nourished by food however, it must be processed into tiny... (Read More)

  • Treatment for Hepatitis B
    Having an inflamed liver is a sign of hepatitis B, and its physical symptoms include vomiting and jaundice. In some cases, this may lead to a fatal disease called liver cirrhosis.Hepatitis B that lasts beyond... (Read More)

  • Understanding Bowel Obstruction
    Bowel obstruction, also known as intestinal obstruction, is a functional or mechanical blockage of the intestines. A partial or complete blockage can be dangerous as it disrupts the normal flow of the solids, fluids, and... (Read More)

  • Understanding Colon Cleansing
    Colonics or colon cleansing is the process of flushing the colon with the use of water that is usually mixed with herbs and other supplements. This procedure has been practiced as early as 1500 BC... (Read More)

  • Understanding Crohn's Disease
    Crohn's disease is an inflammatory disease of the digestive system. It is characterized by inflammation of any part of the digestive tract lining between the mouth and the anus. The disease can then spread deep... (Read More)

  • Understanding Esophagitis
    Esophagitis is the inflammation of the lining of the esophagus (lower end). This condition can be extremely uncomfortable if left untreated, causing ulcers, scarring of the esophagus, and problems with swallowing. In some cases, esophagitis... (Read More)

  • Understanding Heartburn
    Heartburn, also known as pyrosis, is the burning sensation in your esophagus, just below your breastbone. It is often connected with regurgitation of the gastric acid. The sensation rises in the chest and usually radiates... (Read More)

  • What Are Gallstones?
    Gallstones (choleliths) are solid bodies formed in the gallbladder by concretion or accretion of normal or abnormal bile components. Their size ranges from the size of a grain of sand to the size of a... (Read More)

  • What Is Lactose Intolerance?
    Jake was having a hearty laugh with his friends when his stomach began to rumble. He did dot mind it and continued sipping his milk shake. He started farting. He then excused himself when his... (Read More)

  • What Is Peptic Ulcer?
    Ulcer is a common, albeit very painful stomach problem. Ulcer is common in adults. The doctor's report that about 1 in every 10 people will eventually get an ulcer. What is an ulcer?An ulcer, or... (Read More)

  • When to Call a Doctor for Digestive Problems
    People usually call their doctor when they experience signs and symptoms of an illness or medical condition. However, with regards to digestive problems, sometimes it's hard to determine whether you have a certain medical condition... (Read More)

  • Yogurt Fights Stomach Ulcers
    In an article published in HealthDay News on Monday, March 23, a new kind of yogurt is available in some countries in the Pacific rim and it seems to combat ulcers and gastritis, reports a... (Read More)