Your stomach secretes a variety of fluids that aid in digestion, including stomach acid. Stomach acid is composed primarily of hydrochloric acid, making the stomach a very acidic environment with a pH of 1 to 2. The body closely regulates the...
To get a flat stomach, you must have low body fat and perform exercises to develop the rectus abdominis. The rectus abdominis is the wall of front abdominal muscle that creates the six pack. The rectus abdominis can flatten the stomach if you...
If your child has an upset stomach, especially one accompanied by vomiting and a high fever, you may be looking at a case of stomach flu. While you can't give your child medication to make the stomach flu go away -- your child's immune system has...
You may think of your stomach as one solid body part, but there are actually many muscles involved in keeping your stomach tight. Knowing what muscles contribute to the way your stomach looks and how to target them with exercise can help you...
Stomach cramps is a term used to describe pain in the abdomen. According to the "British Journal of Sports Medicine," developing a cramp while exercising may be a condition identified as exercise related transient abdominal pain. ETAP is...
Stomach exercises are another name for abdominal exercises. You can train the abdominal muscles to hold your abdomen in, and with abdominal strength training comes a smaller waist. Ab exercises come in all shapes and sizes--you don't have to do...
Breastfeeding has a range of health benefits for both mother and baby, but when a mom gets sick, she might be afraid that her breast milk will carry that illness to the baby. Fortunately, your baby cannot catch the stomach flu from you through...
A daily vitamin can be an easy and effective method for boosting the body's nutrient levels. Since vitamins can interfere with certain medications and medical conditions, always consult your physician before adding a multivitamin to your daily...
Practicing a stomach cleanse may be done for a number of reasons, ranging from healing an ulcer to giving the stomach a rest from its daily work. It is important to remember that any substance ingested with the intention of cleansing the stomach...
Stomach cancer, or gastric cancer, is cancer arising from part of the stomach, but mostly the innermost lining, called the mucosa, according to the National Cancer Institute. There were over 20,000 new cases of stomach cancer in 2009 in the United...
Your stomach plays an essential role in digestion. Specialized cells that make up your stomach lining secrete hydrochloric acid, which helps to chemically digest your food, while layers of muscle surrounding your stomach help to grind your food...
If you want to trim your stomach and look and feel healthier, you have to change your lifestyle. Losing weight and trimming your stomach will not happen overnight. It is a process that takes a lot of dedication and patience. You need to change the...
The stomach is an important organ that plays a vital role in digestion. Sometimes, the stomach may become paralyzed and not digest well. In some instances, parts of the stomach can enlarge. Also, stomach cells can also grow rapidly and cause...
Stomach pain, at times also called stomach ache, gastritis or dyspepsia, has several causes. It is important to determine the cause, as each type of stomach pain should be handled differently. It's important to see a doctor if you have severe or...
Your stomach is filled with a type of acid known as hydrochloric acid. This stomach acid is critical for digestion and is made by special cells known as parietal cells. Sometimes stomach acid can cause health problems such as acid reflux. There...
The stomach is the organ that is located between the esophagus and the small intestine and according to Medline Plus has three major functions: food storage, partial food digestion and movement of food into the small intestine. Problems with the...
The stomach is one of the principal digestive organs and is located between the esophagus and the small intestine. The stomach performs three distinct tasks -- storing food, mixing food with acids secreted by the stomach lining and passing this...
The lining of the stomach is uniquely designed to withstand the extremely acidic liquids released by the stomach cells to break down and digest food. The main component of stomach fluid is hydrochloric acid, chemically abbreviated as HCl. Stomach...
A stomach ulcer, also called a gastric ulcer, is an open sore on the inside surface of the stomach. According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, about 10 percent of Americans have had an ulcer of the stomach or small...
Several muscles make up your abdomen and allow you to twist and bend your body. These include the oblique muscles, which are on the sides of your stomach; the rectus abdominus, which is responsible for building six-pack abs; and the transverse...
A range of alternative health and healing practices focus on helping people optimize digestion to achieve better overall health. While some common traditional stomach cleansing practices are extreme, a few simple practices, including drinking...
The digestive tract is a hollow set of organs that starts at the back of the throat with the esophagus and proceeds through the body to its exit at the anus. One of the most familiar organs along this tract, the stomach, is a major site of food...
You have three major stomach muscles that act on your lumbar spine. The rectus abdominis flexes your spine; your internal and external obliques flex your spine front-and-back and side-to-side, and also rotate your spine. Although spinal flexion...
Acne causes red spots to break out on the skin. On the stomach, it can be particularly irritating because your clothes may rub against it. It is important to try not to scratch, squeeze or pick, because this makes it flare up. It can be treated,...
As your waistline expands, your health risks rise. Stomach fat increases your risk for colorectal cancer, breast cancer, stroke and type 2 diabetes, reports MayoClinic.com. However, you can’t spot reduce a specific area of your body, such as...
You cannot lose fat in specific areas. When you diet, weight loss occurs all over. The best way to flatten a stomach is to combine targeted exercises on your abdominal muscles and side obliques while participating in aerobic exercise. In addition...
Stomach breathing, also referred to as abdominal, belly or diaphragmatic breathing, is a type of breathing pattern that focuses on breathing deeply from the diaphragm, a muscle located below the ribs and above the abdominal muscles. Breathing from...
Stomach wrapping, also known as abdominal binding, is helpful after surgery and childbirth. By compressing the stomach, the patient is able to move with less pain after surgery, and the binder can also help hold the surgical wound together. After...
Fiber is an essential nutrient, and eating a high-fiber diet can benefit your health. When fiber enters and passes through your stomach, it aids your digestive system and regulates your bowel movements, helping to prevent constipation. It can...
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