Source: Are Harmful Gut Organisms Negatively Impacting Your Health? by Dr. Edward Group Bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites—there are many types of harmful organisms and nearly everyone is affected at some point in their life.[1] Different types of harmful organisms affect the body differently. Here, we’ll look at harmful organisms that affect well-being by targeting and disrupting gut … Continue reading Are Harmful Gut Organisms Negatively Impacting Your Health?
What is Bloating?
Source: What is Bloating? by Dr. Edward Group Bloating is distension of the abdominal region and it’s commonly present in conjunction with constipation. Constipation, of course, is the result of bulked-up waste material that accumulates in the colon. Also, as material remains in the colon, it can start to ferment (actually rotting) and this process releases gas … Continue reading What is Bloating?
6 Causes of Flatulence
Source: 6 Causes of Flatulence by Dr. Edward Group Just as everyone goes to the bathroom, everyone also passes gas; it’s simply a biological reality. Your body is able to absorb a limited amount of the gas it ingests or produces. The rest has to come out somewhere. Even though flatulence is normal, its presence can cause … Continue reading 6 Causes of Flatulence
10 Natural Remedies for Gas
Source: 10 Natural Remedies for Gas by Dr. Edward Group Intestinal gas is an embarrassing and annoying situation that many people experience on a regular basis. Gas and bloating is, perhaps, one of the main health concerns that human beings living in the Western world complain of.Estimates show we expel gas at least 14 times a day. … Continue reading 10 Natural Remedies for Gas
The Effects of Constipation
Source: The Effects of Constipation by Dr. Edward Group Digestive disorders are becoming more prevalent in other countries as westernized society spreads. Constipation is a serious health concern and, along with other digestive ailments, affects at least 1 out of 5 people in America. Medically, constipation is defined as the passage of small amounts of hard, dry … Continue reading The Effects of Constipation
Effects of Diarrhea
Source: Effects of Diarrhea by Dr. Edward Group You can say you have diarrhea if you pass stools of liquid consistency more than three times in one day. Diarrhea strikes all ages at one time or another. On average, adults can experience diarrhea as many as four times per year. Usually, when this condition presents it clears … Continue reading Effects of Diarrhea
10 Foods That Won’t Upset IBS
Source: 10 Foods That Won’t Upset IBS by Dr. Edward Group Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS or functional gastrointestinal disorder, is a combination of symptoms that include abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. It’s more prevalent in women than men and affects about 10 to 15 percent of the American population. [1] If you suffer from … Continue reading 10 Foods That Won’t Upset IBS
Surprising Link Between Depression, Anxiety, and Gut Health
Source: Surprising Link Between Depression, Anxiety, and Gut Health by Dr. Edward Group Did you know your gut health may affect your mood and behavior? The belief that gut health is connected to mental well-being dates back more than a hundred years. In the early 1900’s, scientists and clinicians emphasized the relationship between gastrointestinal health and … Continue reading Surprising Link Between Depression, Anxiety, and Gut Health
10 Natural Remedies for Constipation
Source: 10 Natural Remedies for Constipation by Dr. Edward Group At some point in your life, you have probably experienced uncomfortable bloating and constipation, both of which can be quite debilitating at times. Constipation is merely a symptom with an underlying issue. By approaching the root cause, it is very possible to relieve the constipation, even before it starts. When constipation … Continue reading 10 Natural Remedies for Constipation
Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
Source: Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver? by Dr. Edward Group Lately, there’s been increasing interest in the effects of lemon juice on the liver. Specifically, its effectiveness as a liver detox agent. While there is some truth to this claim, there’s also a growing pile of misinformation produced by people who don’t really understand how the … Continue reading Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
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