British scientists have discovered that an ingredient in breast milk acts to protect and heal the intestines of newborn babies.
Scientists are learning more about how bad eating habits may contribute to pancreatic cancer, a disease that will kill more than 35,000 Americans this year.
Women who start taking probiotics in the first trimester of their pregnancy are less likely to develop obesity within the first year of giving birth, a new study has found.
You may suffer from occasional heartburn or reflux, but does this mean you could have an even more serious problem? It could be if you are taking acid-suppressing drugs that could be contributing to the problem… not helping reduce your painful symptoms.
Among the many natural health resources, Ayurveda, which is part of the Indian medicine tradition, has been recommended as a good alternative for those who suffer from digestive problems.
According to new research, chewing may play a more complex role in the digestion process and weight control as it appears to impact nutrient absorption and feelings of satiety or fullness.
There is new evidence that stimulation of an acupoint in the wrists can help reduce nausea symptoms which affect up to 80 percent of the people who receive general anesthesia.
If your diet includes large amounts of red and processed meats, then you could be a higher risk for a host of heart troubles, but now research indicates you could be closer to death! Be sure to check out this startling discovery…
Broccoli sprouts may prevent stomach cancer by eliminating Helicobacter Pylori, a leading cause of stomach ulcers and other serious conditions.
While several studies have pointed to a possible connection between poor sleep habits and weight gain, scientists have identified a hormone that stimulates appetite and is affected when people do not sleep properly.
A yogurt designed to provide cost-effective treatment for H. pylori, a bacteria that causes stomach ulcers, was developed by Japanese doctors and may soon be available in the U.S.
Many dieticians already say that eating meals with a low glycemic index is healthier because it causes a decreased appetite and lower blood sugar, but now scientists may have found out how it works inside the stomach.
Making changes to your diet or lifestyle may help lessen the symptoms of digestion problems, experts from Baylor University Medical Center suggest.
Within the past year, more than 200 new food products have emerged in grocery stores around the country containing probiotics, the good bacteria that has been shown to improve a person’s digestive health, according to a study.
Stress can take a toll on both your mental and physical health&emdasy;and can even cause tummy troubles. To help with an upset stomach, bloating or irritable bowel symptoms, Anne Nedrow, M.D., recommends the use of a hot water bottle to…
