Waking to GERD In a small study published in the journal, Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology,1 researchers in Arizona tracked the sleeping patterns and esophageal pH levels of 39 individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), all of whom had stopped taking any GERD medications (three weeks previously for PPIs, and three days previously for H2RAs), and [...]
Baking Soda for Heartburn Health practitioners commonly accept baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, to be effective in providing temporary, occasional relief of acid reflux. It works because it has an alkaline pH, which helps to neutralize the acidity in your stomach, working in a similar manner to many over-the-counter antacids. Consult your physician before using [...]
Our Other Taste Buds You’ve heard about gut instinct and gut feelings, but what about gut tasting… When we like the taste of a food, we’re more willing to eat it, and when we don’t like the taste, we avoid eating it. This seems obvious, but it’s an important detail, as our taste reactions might [...]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease and the Balanced Dinner Plate All together, a familiar message is beginning to come through: a balanced diet that is rich in fruits, nuts, and vegetables, and not heavily based on certain types of meat (such as red, processed, or fried) might decrease an individual’s risk for developing IBD and might also [...]
Stomach Ulcer Diet Ulcer disease is a condition in which open sores develop in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. They can occur in the upper portion of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer), stomach (gastric ulcer), and esophagus (esophageal ulcer). Contrary to long-standing common belief, stress does not cause ulcers. Instead, the leading cause of [...]
Acute Pancreatitis and Alcohol What and How You Drink Can Affect Your Risk The pancreas is a flat gland (that secretes hormones to regulate blood sugar levels) and digestive organ (that produces digestive enzymes) located behind the stomach. Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. There are two forms of this disease – acute and chronic. [...]
Product Review Ayurvedic Roast™ While many individuals enjoy the experience of a hot cup of coffee, a person living with a gastrointestinal (GI) condition might have unpleasant side effects from the beverage. Caffeine and other compounds found in coffee might irritate the intestinal lining and stimulate intestinal contractions leading to diarrhea in individuals with inflammatory [...]
Product Review Poo~Pourri® a Non-Chemical Aromatherapy Spray Photo: © Poo~Pourri® Poo~Pourri® is the before-you-go® toilet spray taking over North America with its hilarious viral videos featuring a straitlaced and distinguished redhead who has many hysterical catch phrases for poop and how to deal with the ‘scandal left behind’. Yes, it’s a real [...]
A Traditional Chinese Medicine Look at Summer Foods Have you ever thought about looking at foods from a different perspective? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) was founded on centuries of observing nature and the human body’s reactions to trying different things, which is the very essence of science. TCM emphasizes the consumption of local, seasonally available [...]
Answers to 7 FAQs About Poop From diet to disease, many things affect your poop. If you have any concerns that your stool is abnormal, then visit your physician. 1. What is poop made of? In a typical bowel movement, about 75% of the stool volume is water. The other 25% is a mixture [...]
Germs in the Loo Put Down that Lid A new UK study, published in the Journal of Hospital Infection,1 reveals that an open toilet lid during flushing increases the risk of contamination of other areas of the bathroom. The study specifically looked at Clostridium difficile (C. difficile), a potentially life-threatening bacterial infection often spread in [...]
GERD on the Rise Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common, chronic condition caused by the backflow of stomach contents, such as gastric acid, into the esophagus. The main symptoms include a burning, pressure-like sensation in the chest (heartburn), the sensation of food or liquid rising up the esophagus, and a bitter or sour taste [...]
Diet That’s Good for the Gut & the Heart Cardiovascular disease, which mainly includes coronary heart disease and stroke, is a worldwide health concern. In coronary heart disease, fatty deposits build up in the heart’s blood vessels, slowing the blood supply and potentially leading to a heart attack (myocardial infarction). A stroke occurs when narrowed [...]
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