Grumbling Guts?
Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome Most of us feel some discomfort in our guts from time to time. It may be because we’re nervous about something, or perhaps we ate something that didn’t agree with us. But if you regularly feel aches in your abdomen, it might be a sign of a disorder called irritable bowel syndrome. Irritable bowel syndrome affects about 1 in 5 Americans. It occurs more often in women than men, and begins before the age of 35 in about half the people who get it. There’s no medical test to identify irritable bowel...
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read moreEyebright Herbal Remedies
Most people, unless they are well versed in herbals, will not know what eyebright is. Eyebright is grown in the wild in most parts of Europe. Its name originated from its use as a traditional folk type remedy for eye conditions. Eyebrights active ingredient seems to be tannins. Tannins are believed to decrease inflammation. This herb was usually used to create a solution that was employed as a locally administered eye wash. Its common use was for ailments such as conjunctivitis, tired eye, blepharitis, eye irritation and sty’s. In addition...
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Psyllium seeds are the husks of the plantago seed. Plantago is an annual plant that grows in the Middle East, Southern Europe, the Mediterranean region and North West Africa. The seeds are brownish black, with a reddish tint. Psyllium is a good source of fiber and numerous studies of its laxative properties are underway. It is used in cooking primarily as a substitute for grains that contain gluten. Using Psyllium for Medicinal Purposes Make psyllium husk pancakes. Prepare some pancake batter by whipping 6 eggs in a blender or with...
read moreNIH Study Finds Interventions to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Give Good Return on Investment
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read moreBlueberries and Apples Tied to Lower Diabetes Risk
Eating more blueberries, apples and pears may be linked to lower risk of diabetes, according to a new U.S. study. Source: Reuters Health Like it? Do Share!:PrintFacebookTwitterEmail
read moreAcid Reflux from Chronic Heartburn May Damage Teeth
Study reveals extent of harm that GERD can cause in the mouth, but some preventive measures exist Source: HealthDay Like it? Do Share!:PrintFacebookTwitterEmail
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read moreCeliac Disease: Saying No to Bread
A condition called celiac disease has gotten a lot of attention in recent years. It affects about 1 percent of the population. When people with this condition eat gluten which is found in wheat and some other grains it causes damage in their intestines… Read Full Resource: HealthDay.com… Dr. Cindy Haines February 24, 2012 Like it? Do...
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