Going gluten-free has become a trendy thing for many people, however if you have Celiac disease, you already know you can’t consume gluten from certain grains without paying the price. However, while Celiac disease is unpleasant on its own, it is often associated with other health problems – because it’s an autoimmune disorder, you’re more […]
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Activated charcoal has gained tremendous popularity of late for its wide variety of applications that help to rid the body of toxins. It is not a naturally occurring substance, but rather is made from sources such as coal, wood or coconut shells and becomes “activated” through a heating process. Activated charcoal traps unwanted chemicals in […]
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The recently popularized low FODMAP diet has proven effective for reducing irritable bowel syndrome symptoms. In fact, it is increasingly being accepted and recommended as a dietary therapy for IBS by physicians. Before giving the low FODMAP diet a try, here are six important things to know.
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In a healthy digestive system, enzymes play a crucial role in helping to break down and absorb nutrients provided by the foods we eat. However, few people understand how these enzymes work and how they vary. We explore some important facts about digestive enzymes and how to maintain healthy digestion.
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IBS can be treated with medications, but there are also a number of relatively straightforward ways to manage this troublesome condition. The key is to constantly plan ahead and to keep the side effects of irritable bowel syndrome front of mind at all times.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis in medical circles) has debilitating effects on sufferers, of which there are an estimated 2-million Americans. The condition can render a person almost immobile from fatigue, along with a host of other unpleasant symptoms such as depression and aching. Up until fairly recently, it was said there […]
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