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Almost 2 million people in the United States have celiac disease, but roughly 75% of them do not know that they have it, according to a study conducted by the Mayo Clinic. A person who has an immediate family member with this hereditary, autoimmune disease has a 10% chance of developing the condition. Celiac disease…
Indigestion is a common digestive condition which can affect people of all ages. It can happen after eating a large meal, but chronic indigestion may be a sign of an underlying health issue. If you are having regular symptoms of indigestion, it may be time to seek the expertise of a doctor specializing in gastroenterology in…
Nausea is a common symptom that accompanies many digestive disorders. A few examples include celiac disease, acid reflux, and Hepatitis C. Diagnosing the condition causing your symptoms is the first step to getting rid of symptoms. Nausea doesn’t induce pain, at least not in the true sense of the word. It does, however, involve an…
Our colon is an integral part of our digestive system. The colon is also called the “bowel” or the “large intestine,” and sometimes the entire intestine is referred to as the colon. The colon is consistently at work whenever we eat and drink. Food is processed in the stomach and then moves into the small…
The symptoms of lactose intolerance are unmistakable – abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and diarrhea that set in a few minutes to an hour after consuming a product that contains lactose. Many people are lactose intolerant and must make dietary adjustments to remain symptom-free. The extent of the adjustments you need depends on your tolerance level….
Do you sometimes feel as if something is stuck in your throat or there is a sour taste in your mouth along with a burning sensation in your chest? These are three of the most common symptoms of acid reflux or heartburn, which is not a heart condition, but a gastrointestinal issue. One in three…
For irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) sufferers, there is no known cure for the condition, but there are treatments to help alleviate the issues it can cause. You can successfully manage the symptoms of IBS and live a normal life without having to be in a constant state of embarrassment. Treatments for IBS usually involve highly…
For those who have been diagnosed with celiac disease, avoidance of trigger foods and ingredients allows them to enjoy their meals without incident. But what if you have celiac disease and don’t know it? If after you consume any products that may contain wheat, rye, barley or a combination of these grains and experience any…
Lactose intolerance is a medical condition in which the body cannot digest milk and dairy products. The reason for this is an intolerance to a sugar found in milk and dairy products called lactose. It mainly affects the gastrointestinal tract and can cause diarrhea, gas, and bloating after eating or drinking dairy products. Lactose intolerance…
Approximately 700,000 individuals in the United States live with Crohn’s disease. It is still unknown what causes it, but researchers believe that it may be caused by an infection, that even after being cleared, triggers an immunological response. Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory disease of the gut. It is currently not curable. The symptoms may…
