Digestive Health
8 Crucial Tips for Avoiding the Dreaded Stomach Flu
Norovirus—or stomach flu—can really put your body through the ringer. Here’s what infectious disease experts recommend to outsmart the germs, stay healthy, and recover quickly.
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7 Signs of Gallbladder Cancer You Might Ignore
Your gallbladder is located under the right side of your liver, and it stores the... -
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’... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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...
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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... -
7 Stomach Pains and What They Mean
We all have tummy troubles now and again, but certain symptoms may signal something more... -
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... -
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: 9 Symptoms and Risk Factors You Need to Know
How to know when common constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, or abdominal pain may be a... -
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... -
Right Side Abdominal Pain: What It Could Mean
That pain in your right side—dull and lingering or sudden and sharp, you need... -
12 Medical Reasons Why You Keep Getting Diarrhea
Having the runs is no fun, but when diarrhea sticks around, it could be a... -
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...
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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... -
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... -
7 Subtle Signs You Could Have Ulcerative Colitis
Running to the bathroom a lot lately? It could be ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory... -
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.