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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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...

Right Side Abdominal Pain: What It Could Mean

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...


This Is the Right Time of Day to Drink Your Coffee

As much as we love a hot cuppa as soon as we roll out of bed, there's a better time...


Gallbladder Diet: The Best 9 Foods to Eat for a Healthy Gallbladder

Avoid side effects of malabsorption, such as acid reflux, gas, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, by eating more of these...

9 Indigestion Home Remedies That Actually Work

Tame indigestion symptoms with these simple home remedies, some of which you may already have in your cabinets.


11 Diseases That Can Start with Your Gut Bacteria

Trillions of microscopic organisms make up your microbiome, and scientists are beginning to pin down the ways that these bugs...


14 Germs That Live in (and on!) You—That You Definitely Couldn’t Live without

The bad news: You're covered inside and out with microscopic bugs. The good? A lot of them are keeping you...


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11 Tricks to Avoid Holiday Belly Bloat

With planning, portion control, and these expert tips, you can enjoy the holidays without suffering belly bloat.


How to Treat Hemorrhoids: 12 Home Remedies for Hemorrhoid Relief

Try these simple tips to make the pain go away.


8 Surprising Heartburn Causes You Need to Take Seriously

Most of us will suffer from the telltale burning at some point, but many things can cause heartburn other than...