Category Archives: Colon And Digestive

Blueberries don’t have a thing on black rice. Did I say black rice? You bet I did. Rice isn’t just red, white, or brown. Black rice exists too. Long called the “forbidden rice” or “emperor’s rice,” it’s a much less common form of rice that’s growing in popularity. Its nicknames come from a long history, ...click here to read more

Constipation does not feel good. Whether you’ve been backed up for a couple of days, or been passing incomplete stools, constipation is frustrating, uncomfortable and often painful. Roughly 14-percent of Americans experience a bout of chronic constipation at some point in their lives, which can come in a number of forms and result from a ...click here to read more

Red wine lovers tend to have better gut health and lower levels of bad cholesterol, according to a new study published in the journal, Gastroenterology. This gives a new reason for those wine drinkers to lift a glass on top of previous research that had shown a positive link between red wine and heart health. Gut ...click here to read more

Everyone’s had a case of heartburn—it’s one of the most common digestive issues people experience. Eating too fast, too much, or the wrong thing can lead to nausea, pain, and some temporary discomfort. Also called acid reflux, heartburn occurs when stomach acid makes its way up past a tight gate that it shouldn’t, called the ...click here to read more

There are some health conditions where you can exercise a lot of control, and others where you may not be so lucky. Colon health, thankfully, is something you might have a more significant say in than you realize. Your colon primarily functions as a clean-up crew for the body. What’s left of food when it ...click here to read more

New research finds that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) can not only cause pain in the temporomandibular joint but also contribute to poor sleep and mental health. Many people are unaware of the far-reaching risk factors associated with GERD, and the study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) helps to show just how serious the condition ...click here to read more

Two years ago, the Instant Pot—a glorified pressure cooker—took the world by storm. Now the Vortex Plus has become the biggest cooking trend. The Vortex Plus is a lux air-fryer brought to you by the folks and Instant Pot. It’s got several options and promises to help you cook hassle-free healthy meals for your family. ...click here to read more

Acid reflux can turn a great meal and time with family and friends into a nightmare. The burning sensation can suck the joy from the mood and take you away from the things most important to you. And when it’s the summertime, the disappointment hits a little harder. There are only a few short months ...click here to read more

For the longest time, we’ve heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. And although virtually every apple is a rich source of nutrition, new research indicates they are not created equal. Research recently published in Frontiers in Microbiology found that organic and conventional store-bought apples are more different than you might think. ...click here to read more

Many Americans take heartburn medication, but a new study confirms that they are linked to increased use of allergy medication. The research coming from Austria found that people who take drugs for stomach acid relief are almost twice as likely to use drugs to control allergy symptoms. Heartburn is commonly known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and it ...click here to read more

When it comes to dietary fat, things can get confusing. And it’s not just a challenge for the general public. Sometimes it seems like food manufacturers, government agencies, and doctors don’t quite get it either. First, let’s clear one thing up: dietary fat doesn’t make you fat. Peanut butter doesn’t just deposit on your hips ...click here to read more

Gut health is a major area of study these days, and the results up to this point are astounding. “Friendly” gut bacteria can be a major contributor to good health, while unbalanced and harmful bacteria can promote inflammation and illness. But how can you acquire these good bacteria? Genetics can influence your gut bacterial population ...click here to read more

Dairy, gluten, and a high fiber diet usually get the blame for uncomfortable or painful bloating. But a recent study is showing there might be another more likely culprit: sodium. Sodium, or salt, is loaded into ultra-processed foods to add both flavor and shelf-life. And although it’s unlikely you taste it, it’s most certainly there: ...click here to read more

There has been a lot of news surrounding the health benefits of probiotics in recent years. A new study, however, is showing how one strain may lead to significant reductions in the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). A research team looked at how an intestinal bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila could affect heart health, and they ...click here to read more