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Certain medications, including those sold over-the-counter, can worsen inflammatory bowel disease symptoms. Get expert advice on which ones to avoid.

Tums, Pepcid, Gaviscon — over-the-counter medications can reduce symptoms in different ways. Here’s how to find the ideal one for you.

Researchers at Toho University have discovered that a natural plant compound found in rice bran and whole grains may help control how strongly the intestines contract. The study, led by Dr. Keisuke Obara, Dr. Kento Yoshioka and Professor Yoshio Tanaka, was published as new research exploring ways to improve digestive health. The findings suggest that […] The post Natural Rice Bran Compound May He…

A new condition of "bacterial constipation" has been discovered, which might lead to better treatments if going to the loo gives you a hard time

|By Gale Staff| Each day, people living with irritable bowel disease (IBD) face uncertainty about flare-ups—how they could affect work, travel, or plans with friends. While it can feel isolating, it’s important to know that you aren’t alone. Between 2.4 and 3.1 million Americans live with some form of IBD. IBD is an umbrella term ... Read more The post Normalize Conversations on Digestive Health …

Now that we’ve covered the structures and functions of the digestive system, it should be clear that the digestion of food requires the coordinated action of multiple organs. If any of these aren’t working well, it can wreak havoc on the function of the entire system and interfere with health and quality of life. Let’s Read more »

Our bodies are composed of billions of cells. To function, these cells need essential nutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals—which we obtain from foods. However, before our cells can access these nutrients, foods need to be broken down or digested into simple molecules, so that the nutrients can be absorbed and enter the bloodstream. Digestion Read more »