Digestion

Leaky what? Is the problem in your gut?

Leaky what? Is the problem in your gut?

Do you have the following symptoms or habits? Do you engage in some of these habits? These are some common causes and symptoms of a condition called intestinal permeability, or “leaky gut,” an under-recognized but increasingly common problem...

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What’s so special about stomach acid?

What’s so special about stomach acid?

Everyone tends to think of stomach acid as being the “bad guy.” But stomach acid is incredibly important for our health and often not the real cause of heartburn. Before we get into why stomach acid is so important, let’s go over why stomach...

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A probiotics primer

A probiotics primer

Trillions of bacteria live in your body, especially your large intestine. This community of bacteria in your colon, known as the gut microbiota, is vital to immune health, digestion, and other functions. These friendly bacteria help: Research...

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Remedies for constipation

Remedies for constipation

“Why can’t I poop?” Experiencing occasional constipation is normal, for instance, while traveling or after surgery. But what if it becomes chronic? We’ll learn some steps you can try to overcome chronic constipation, but first, let’s...

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