Sept. 13, 2022 – Lots of things can disrupt your gut health over the years. A high-sugar diet, stress, antibiotics – all are linked to bad changes in the gut microbiome, the microbes that live in your intestinal tract. And this can raise the risk of diseases. But what if you could erase all that … Read more
Maybe you dread the idea of having to poop in a public restroom. Or maybe you instead worry you’ll have an accident while you’re out on the town. Lots of people have these fears. Take some simple steps to help settle your nerves and your bowels. Afraid of Using Public Bathrooms? Tackle “toilet anxiety.” Imagine what … Read more
By Robert PreidtHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 5, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Taking vitamin D supplements won’t improve painful symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), British researchers report. IBS is a chronic digestive disorder that can cause stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhea and constipation. Symptoms come and go for some people, but the condition can severely affect … Read more
By Robert PreidtHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, May 24, 2021 (HealthDay News) — People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) had milder symptoms during the COVID-19 lockdown, possibly due to reduced stress levels and more control over their diet, Argentine researchers report. “We think the results have something to do with people staying at home,” said study author … Read more