DIGESTIVE HEALTH

HEALTH 3 days ago

7 ways drinking alcohol can impact your gut health: 'Sobering' effects

Drinking too much alcohol can throw your gut balance out of whack. Dr. Gill Hart, a U.K. biochemist, shares that alcohol can impact gut health and offers tips to reduce the negative effects.

LIFESTYLE November 26

White bread vs. whole wheat bread: Is one 'better' for you?

Nutritionists reveal if white bread or whole wheat bread is the healthier choice. Take a look at the nutritional content of both options and decide which bread is best for you.

LIFESTYLE November 12

These are the worst drinks for your health, according to nutritionists

Soda, alcohol, energy drinks and specialty coffees are some drinks that nutritionists say could be bad for your overall health. Here's why, and what you should drink instead.

LIFESTYLE October 31

The 11 best high-fiber foods to incorporate into your diet

These are the healthiest fiber-rich foods to incorporate into your diet if you're looking for bites that will aid in your digestion and gut health. Nutitionists weigh in.

HEALTH October 7

Ozempic, Wegovy may be linked to stomach paralysis and other digestive issues in large-scale study

Popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic could increase the risk of stomach paralysis as well as several other serious gastrointestinal conditions, according to a study published in JAMA.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH October 3

Doctors alert consumers to laxative abuse dangers and ‘warning signs’ amid ongoing drug shortage

Amid a soaring demand for laxatives, many brands are now in short supply across the country. Doctors share potential reasons for the shortage and alternative solutions.

HEALTH September 30

Bruce Springsteen postpones tour to recover from peptic ulcer disease: What to know about the condition

Bruce Springsteen recently shared with fans that he's postponed his world tour to take care of a digestive condition known as peptic ulcer disease. Here's what to know about the illness.

HEALTH September 27

Norovirus spread on the Washington Pacific Crest trail — what to know and how to protect yourself

The CDC published a report noting at least 27 cases of acute gastroenteritis in 2022 among hikers along the Pacific Crest Trail, presumed to be norovirus, based on the characteristics.

HEALTH September 13

Stuffy nose? Common OTC nasal decongestants with phenylephrine don’t work in tablet form, experts say

The FDA is deliberating on removing the "generally recognized as safe and effective" designation for a common ingredient, phenylephrine, in popular over-the-counter nasal decongestants. Here's why.

HEALTH July 26

These are the best prebiotic-packed foods for boosting gut health, new study finds

Consuming more prebiotic foods can benefit our health. Including them in a daily diet is easy to do, according to researchers from San Jose State University in California.