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Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have found that celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder, is increasing in the general population, and especially among the elderly. Per ScienceDaily: “Celiac disease is triggered by consuming...
Researchers have discovered how a probiotic found in breast milk reduces painful stomach cramping. A specific strain of Lactobacillus reuteri decreases the muscle contractions within minutes of exposure. This bacterium can be found in human breast milk...
A unique collection of St. John's wort ( Hypericum ) curated by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in Ames, Iowa, is providing university collaborators with genetically diverse, well-documented sources of this herb to use in studies examining...
Hypnotherapy seems to be very effective for easing the distressing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and in a good proportion of cases, clears up symptoms altogether. Excluding certain foodstuffs may help alleviate symptoms, but usually only...
A serious bout with a stomach bug can raise a child's risk of having irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) later on, new research shows. People with IBS often have stomach pain, bloating, gas and altered bowel habits such as diarrhea and constipation. The root...
Out of the trillions of "friendly" bacteria -- representing hundreds of species -- that make our intestines their home, new evidence in mice suggests that it may be a very select few that shape our immune responses. The findings point to a remarkably...
Some treatments for inflammatory bowel disease increase the risk of infection-related cancers. Thiopurine drugs -- immunosuppressive medicines that inhibit the body's immune system -- are regularly used to treat inflammatory bowel disease, but can increase...
Increased intake of that omega-6 fat linoleic acid may double the risk of ulcerative colitis, a type of inflammatory bowel disease. However, high intakes of omega-3 fats were associated with a 77 percent reduction in the risk of the disease. The study...
Children and adults who build castles and dig in the sand at the beach are at greater risk of developing gastrointestinal diseases and diarrhea. People who playfully bury their bodies in the sand are at even greater risk. Children, who are more likely...
A study of people with inflammatory bowel disease shows that they are more likely to become infected with the "superbug" MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus). Inflammatory bowel disease covers conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative...
Eating a daily portion of broccoli sprouts could help tame the H. pylori bacteria, which has been linked to stomach ulcers and even cancer. A study has found that eating 2.5 ounces of broccoli sprouts each day may confer protection. Broccoli sprouts contain...
Learn the truth about acid reflux and the natural methods you can use to treat it.
Analgesics such as NSAIDs and acetaminophen are commonly used for the relief of fever, headaches, and other minor aches and pains. But while the gastrointestinal side effects of NSAIDs are well documented, the acute effects of short-term, high-dose NSAID...
Regular exercise can relieve constipation in people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, according to a new study. Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a disorder which affects up to 30 percent of the population. Symptoms can include chronic abdominal...
A recent study has found that patients with major depressive disorder have a leaky gut and consequently inflammatory immune reactions to toxins from gut bacteria. It is now established that an inflammatory response is involved in major depressive disorder...
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