Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) is also commonly called heartburn or acid reflux. The term reflux is used because in GERD sufferers the muscle connecting the upper stomach to the esophagus does not function properly. Because of this,...
If you are considering getting pregnant in the next few months, make sure your health is at its best to optimize your fertility. Adjust your diet to help you achieve a healthy weight and ensure your body has enough of the important nutrients your...
Losing weight improves health and boosts self confidence; the good habits act as an incentive to lose more and then roll over into all aspects of your life. When I lost 100 pounds, my self esteem soared. I had connected the dots between obesity...
About 14.5 percent of American 15-year-olds have a valid reason to lose weight. Living at a Body Mass Index of greater than 25, as they do, is not healthy. Being overweight leads to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome,...
Optimal preparation for pregnancy includes correcting weight to a healthy body mass index between 18.5 and 24.9. It also means establishing a diet high in the nutrients critical for fetal development. These include the omega-3 fatty acids found in...
Probiotics can be obtained from supplements as well as fermented foods. These gut-friendly bacteria can contribute to the health of your intestines by regularizing your bowel movements and boosting your immunity. Whether you are on a low-carb or...
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye and is present as a trace ingredient in hundreds of different foods. Global sales of gluten-free foods are expected to reach $4.3 billion in 2015, predicts a July 12, 2010, report by Food Product...
Foods high in histamine are those that undergo microbial fermentation, such as cheese and wine, or those that have been spoiled by microbial contamination. Upon ingestion, histamine is normally metabolized in the intestine and liver by enzymes...
With so many yogurt options to choose from at the supermarket, the amount of protein can vary drastically. The brands you choose can have differences in size, ingredients, and processing, which will alter the amount of protein per serving. You...
Kefir milk contains live and active cultures. It's much like yogurt, but drinkable. Kefir will not cause diarrhea in healthy adults, but can cause diarrhea if you're lactose intolerant or allergic to milk. Kefir may be used to treat occasional...
Diverticulitis is a condition in which the small, bulging pouches called diverticula become inflamed. Since the pouches typically develop in your large intestine, diverticulitis can interfere with digestion and cause abdominal pain, bloody stool,...
Probiotic yogurt drinks claim to contain beneficial bacteria and yeast that aid in digestion and promote overall health. Probiotics, literally meaning ''for life,'' are live microorganisms similar to ones found in the human intestine. Also called...
Probiotics are bacteria that, according to the National Institutes of Health, can have a beneficial effect on the body. Unlike other forms of bacteria that can cause sickness and disease, probiotics form a symbiosis with your body, helping to...
