Many microorganisms exist naturally in the human gut. Among them is Candida albicans, a species of yeast. A sudden increase in candida population causes a condition called candidiasis, which is characterized by fatigue, weight gain and joint pain....
Diarrhea can be the result of an infection, food poisoning or irritable bowel syndrome. Or, if you have food intolerances or sensitivities, you may suffer from diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms after eating problematic foods. Coke and...
Caffeine is a common substance that many people ingest on a daily basis without even realizing it. However, caffeine can produce some unpleasant side effects in the body, especially if you consume too much. If you notice a bloated belly and...
The most common bowel problems and gastrointestinal complaints include bloating and abdominal distension, constipation or diarrhea, flatulence, abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain and cramping. Often grouped under the umbrella diagnosis of IBS,...
It may surprise you, but chewing gum can cause intestinal bloating and gas. Bloating is the result of trapped gas in your digestive system that can cause your waist line to increase up to 3 inches, according to ABC's Good Morning America. If you...
The colon is part of the human digestive system. Food travels to the stomach, then to the small intestine and finally to the large intestine, otherwise known as the colon. The colon is responsible for transforming the 3 pints of liquid waste it...
Stomach cramping, or tight abdominal pain, can occur for a number of reasons. When cramps follow a meal, your symptoms may be food- or digestion-related. Because stomach cramps can indicate a range of ailments, from mild to severe, proper medical...
One in five adults in the USA suffers from irritable bowel syndrome, making it one of the most commonly diagnosed disorders. Unfortunately up to 70 percent don't seek medical help until symptoms are quite severe. Irritable bowel syndrome causes...
