Source: The 22 Best Laxative Foods for Natural Constipation Relief by Dr. Edward Group Constipation is a taboo subject for many people. If you’re too embarrassed to discuss it, know that you are far from alone. Constipation affects about 14% of adults in the United States and accounts for an astounding 3.2 million medical visits every … Continue reading The 22 Best Laxative Foods for Natural Constipation Relief
13 Common Foods That Can Cause Constipation
Source: 13 Common Foods That Can Cause Constipation by Dr. Edward Group Most health authorities define constipation as having fewer than three bowel movements in a week. In my experience as a health care professional, I believe this to be a gross underestimate and a telling indication of just how unhealthy the average American diet has … Continue reading 13 Common Foods That Can Cause Constipation
Effects of a Poor Appetite
Source: Effects of a Poor Appetite by Dr. Edward Group Poor appetite can be an indication of bowel disorders. Many people don’t necessarily link the two in their minds, but it’s true. Diarrhea from sensitivity to certain foods Nausea and vomiting make eating a repellant idea Constipation can make you feel full Indigestion makes eating difficult … Continue reading Effects of a Poor Appetite
Biofilms in the Body
Source: Biofilms in the Body by Dr. Edward Group Long before you became a part of your community and, hopefully, a contributing member of society, there were the original communities, which were made of networks of bacteria. The inhabitants of these worked together to ensure the survival of as many members as possible. Today, these communities … Continue reading Biofilms in the Body
What is Azodicarbonamide? 9 Exposing Facts
Source: What is Azodicarbonamide? 9 Exposing Facts by Dr. Edward Group The recent revelation that Subway bread contains azodicarbonamide has gotten a lot of attention. And it should, azodicarbonamide is an industrial chemical used to make yoga mats, shoe rubber, and synthetic leather. Although there’s no reason for it to be in bread, it has, in fact, been … Continue reading What is Azodicarbonamide? 9 Exposing Facts
Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Source: Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group Are you aware of the huge list of benefits probiotics can provide for the human body? Bifidobacterium lactis, or B. lactis for short, is just one of the many bacterial strains found to promote overall health and well being. Whether it’s supporting digestion, boosting immune health, or easing … Continue reading Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
5 Ways to Approach Ulcerative Colitis
Source: 5 Ways to Approach Ulcerative Colitis by Dr. Edward Group Considering that 18% of persons with ulcerative colitis suffer from an active form of the disease, and 30% of those patients need a colostomy within 10 years of diagnosis, it’s no surprise that treatment can be quite challenging. [1]Factors such as the timing of identification, environmental … Continue reading 5 Ways to Approach Ulcerative Colitis
What are Rope Worms?
Source: What are Rope Worms? by Dr. Edward Group If you’re eating right now, maybe you should set your food aside for a moment. Today’s topic, rope worms, isn’t especially appetizing. While parasite biology is not for the squeamish, the importance of this subject cannot be understated. Rope worm, a newly-discovered intestinal invader, may be one of … Continue reading What are Rope Worms?
Two sides of the same coin: High fat diets cause anxiety and stress causes digestion problems
A new study from Brigham Young University (BYU) reveals that digestive microorganisms change behavior when the host is under stress.BYU professor of microbiology and molecular biology Laura Bridgewater used male and female mice for the study experiment. She found that when the female mice were exposed to mild stress, their gut microbiota (microscopic organisms vital to … Continue reading Two sides of the same coin: High fat diets cause anxiety and stress causes digestion problems
Bulk Forming Laxatives Health Dangers
Source: Bulk Forming Laxatives Health Dangers by Dr. Edward Group Bulk-forming laxatives are made from the dead fibers from plant sources, usually psyllium. Bulk laxatives work by increasing stool mass to the point the bowels force it out. Under healthy circumstances, fiber and increased stool mass can be beneficial. But, if someone is using a bulk … Continue reading Bulk Forming Laxatives Health Dangers
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 