Although we may feel uncomfortable talking about gastrointestinal problems, they’re incredibly common and affect most everyone at some point or another in their life. We look into 12 of the most common digestive diseases and disorders (including symptoms and treatments for each).
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Stress is a feeling most everyone is familiar with. While it may sometimes serve a helpful purpose, such as pushing us beyond preconceived physical and mental boundaries, it is most commonly associated with negative factors. These include causes such as pressure or unhappiness at work, and other elements of life such as money, divorce, or […]
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For those with Crohn’s disease, deciding what to eat each day can be challenging. Fortunately there are certain foods that are easy on the digestive system and can help soothe any symptoms when they occur. Here is a list of 7 foods that those with Crohn’s disease should consider eating as part of their regular diet.
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Given that we’ve now entered Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week, it seems appropriate to explore some useful tips for managing many of the symptoms that can arise during a flare-up of this often irritating and painful condition known as Colitis. Colitis, in simple terms, is the inflammation of the lining surrounding the colon. Causes range […]
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Approximately 565,000 people in the U.S. have Crohn’s disease. However, many don’t know why they’ve developed the inflammatory bowel condition. But a new study from the Center for Medical Mycology at Case Western Reserve and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center may have identified a cause. The study identified a specific fungus and two bacteria that […]
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Psoriasis is caused by rapid skin cell growth on the skin’s surface, which results in the appearance of thick red, itchy, dry patches or silvery scales. No doubt, this condition is uncomfortable enough on it’s own, but unfortunately, it can also increase your risk of these 6 dangerous health issues.
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