IBS is one of the most common digestive tract disorders. As many as 15 % of adults suffer from this unpleasant condition that can significantly impair the quality of one's life.
Bowel emptying involves the complex coordination of a number of muscles. From training those muscles to abdominal massage - there are a number of strategies to help improve your bowel habits.
Lifestyle modifications are a safe and inexpensive approach to treating GERD and promoting general wellbeing. Of the many possible lifestyle recommendations only a small portion will be relevant and effective in treating your GERD.
FODMAP (Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Mono- Sacharrides and Polyols) are poorly absorbed carbohydrates that can create problems associated with IBS such as bloating, gas and diarrhea.
Active people have a significantly lower risk for a host of conditions: diabetes, heart disease, some cancers, depression, etc. One study showed that only 15 minutes a day increased life expectancy by 3 years!
There is much value in dietary approaches to preventing iron deficiency anemia. They not only improve nutrition but also minimize the need for iron supplements, which are known to cause various side effects.
