Digestive Health

What should you know about your digestive health? Read up on foods that help digestion, diseases and conditions and more.

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This Is the Only Stall You Should Use in a Public Bathroom

Which is the cleanest stall in a public bathroom? Science has finally figured it out, so you don't have...


11 Surprising Home Remedies for Constipation Relief

The cure for constipation may be as close as your kitchen! Try these trusted natural cures for quick relief.


9 Stomach Bloating Remedies You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Bloating is a painful condition that can be treated at home with these tips that use natural remedies to give...


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12 Signs You Could Have a Tapeworm

Eating undercooked or raw meat could put you at risk of infection with tapeworms. Learn the signs that this icky...


7 Signs of Gallbladder Cancer You Might Ignore

Your gallbladder is located under the right side of your liver, and it stores the necessary bile you need to...


11 Celiac Disease Symptoms You Need to Pay Attention To

The symptoms of a gluten allergy are so subtle that many cases are missed. Here’s how your body might signal...


9 Signs Your “Heartburn” Is Actually Allergies

If you have difficulty swallowing and digesting, it could be due to allergic cells in your airways.


7 Medical Reasons You Shouldn’t Ignore Heartburn

If you’ve ever been pregnant, had spicy food, eaten too much, or just generally been an adult human being, you’ve...

What Causes Diverticulitis? 10 Things GI Docs Wish You Knew

If you have ever been sidelined by diverticulitis, you know that it's excruciating. To keep this gastrointestinal condition from coming...


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11 Things Your Bowel Movements Can Reveal About Your Health

How do you know if your BMs are normal? Here, experts give the 411 on number two and explain why...


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13 Natural Heartburn Home Remedies Everyone Should Know

Here are a few things you can do for heartburn relief that don't involve over-the-counter prescriptions.


15 Signs Your Upper Abdominal Pain May Be an Emergency

Upper abdominal pain can be no big deal—or it can merit a trip to the ER. Here's how experts say...


The 13 Best Foods to Eat When You’re Bloated

That puffy, too-full feeling you get after eating a large meal, eating too quickly, or eating rich and fatty foods...


7 Stomach Pains and What They Mean

We all have tummy troubles now and again, but certain symptoms may signal something more serious. If you experience any...


Yes, There’s Actually a Reason You Can’t Poop on Vacation—Here’s Why

Traveler's constipation ruining your vacation? A gastroenterologist explains why it happens—and how to get things moving again.


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6 Subtle Signs of Acid Reflux You Might Be Ignoring

Acid reflux can masquerade as everything from a cold to poor dental hygiene. If you notice any of the following...


What Right Side Abdominal Pain Could Mean: 11 Causes and What to Do

That pain in your right side—dull and lingering or sudden and sharp, you need to assess your symptoms stat.

12 Medical Reasons Why You Keep Getting Diarrhea

Having the runs is no fun, but when diarrhea sticks around, it could be a sign of one of these...


12 Things You Should Do If You Wake Up With Stomach Pain

"Stomachache" is a vague symptom, so it can be hard to know how to start treating it. These steps will...


8 Normal Reasons Your Belly Is Bloated (and 4 Times to Worry)

Belly bloating is often related to diet—but sometimes more serious conditions could be a factor. Here's what to watch out...


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9 Fatty Liver Symptoms You Need to Watch Out For

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common liver disease in America. If you have any of these fatty liver...


7 Subtle Signs You Could Have Ulcerative Colitis

Running to the bathroom a lot lately? It could be ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can...


Tricks to Relieve Children’s Constipation Every Parent Needs to Know

Being backed up can make your kiddo miserable. Here’s how to help them feel better fast.

15 Gut Health Research Breakthroughs That Could Change Everything

New research on your microbiome—the bacteria living in your gut—is changing how experts think about disease and health.


13 Best Foods to Cleanse Your Colon

Not only will these foods help protect your gut—they’re all delicious and nutritious additions to your diet. Check...


12 Things Your Stomach Is Trying to Tell You

It's round, bloated, painful—and maybe comes with a side of diarrhea. Here's how to uncover the problem and find the...


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9 Signs You Could Have a Parasite

Parasites affect millions of people in the United States every year.


7 Signs of Food Poisoning Everyone Should Know

An estimated 48 million people get sick from food poisoning each year, according to the CDC. Here's how to recognize...


The Best Colonoscopy Prep Tips, According to Doctors

Most say the prep drink is worse than the actual procedure. Here's how to make drinking the laxative before a...