Researchers from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University have pinpointed how abscisic acid—a natural plant hormone—helps to combat inflammation. While the scientists' previous studies indicate that abscisic acid is beneficial for conditions like diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the new evidence suggests natural health resources like abscisic acid may be instrumental in developing new treatments for inflammatory and other immune-related diseases.

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Sickle cell patients receiving narcotic treatments may need to be better monitored for constipation, according to findings published in Pediatric Blood and Cancer.

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Children who suffer from constipation may be at risk of developing severe symptoms, according to findings published in the journal Pediatrics. This is because researchers have found several contributing factors that worsen the digestive disorder and are often overlooked. First, the recent study showed that a growing number of children who consume low amounts of fiber and water are more likely to have these severe side effects.

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A healthy bowel transit time should take between 16 and 24 hours from eating to eliminating. But the average American can go up to 96 hours without a bowel movement. That’s four days that rotting waste has been in your system blocking the absorption of key minerals and nutrients… causing fatigue and severe abdominal pain… resulting in embarrassing gas and irritable bowels… and leaving you with bad breath and skin outbreaks.

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Although studies on the extent of somatic hypersensitivity in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients are considered inconclusive, some scientists believe confusion may stem from differing somatic pain testing procedures.

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According to researchers, a stimulation of a group of nerve ending receptors may facilitate bowel movement.

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Patients suffering from gastrointestinal (GI) motility disorders that are not responsive to conventional therapies may turn to herbal medicines for relief.

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More than 30 percent of Americans suffer from chronic abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea or heartburn—all symptoms of a disorder called irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). But new findings show simply getting your body moving can help

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A new probiotic has been identified that may help ease the symptoms of those who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

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Traditional remedies like peppermint oil might be the best health resources for people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, a new study suggests.

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Layne Lowery

A new study shows the cause of your worries… anxiety attacks… mood swings… depression… and other emotional conditions could be directly linked with two serious digestive diseases. New studies

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Irregularity is a common but uncomfortable condition. Around three million people in the U.S. suffer from constipation, according to a 1996 National Health Survey.

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Drug makers admit cholesterol-lowering drug is useless for lowering risk of heart disaster!
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Common painkillers could cause pain to your brain!
Could smoggy air cause a painful break in your stride?
Try this tasty, anti-aging remedy at your local grocery store!

Dear Health-Conscious Friend,

Recent medical research claimed daily use

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The REAL reason you may be feeling too pooped to pop!
Satisfying your nicotine fit could cost you a healthy love life!
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2 Places to NEVER store your vitamins!

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