Category Archives: Colon And Digestive

A stool test has been found to be an effective means in detecting colon cancer according to the latest findings. The test looks for blood in stool and can be conducted on an annual basis. Researchers believe that stool testing is not only effective, but is a safer, more cost-effective mode of testing compared to ...click here to read more

In the U.S. emergency rooms are seeing more and more patients visiting due to constipation. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease, constipation refers to having less than three bowel movements a week. Furthermore, it is estimated that 42 million Americans suffer from constipation at some point. Although constipation can ...click here to read more

A new study reveals that the consumption of emulsifiers – those are additives widely used in the production of processed foods – actually promotes inflammation in the bowel, not to mention a cluster of obesity-related diseases better known as metabolic syndrome. What’s more, in the last 30 years, such inflammation may have even contributed to the rise ...click here to read more

H. pylori bacteria elimination can help reduce risk of stomach ulcers, gastritis, and gastric cancer. Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is and infection which promotes ulcers and cancer. There are many factors which can increase stomach ulcers like smoking, alcohol, excessive salt intake and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Researchers posed the question if H. pylori senses such ...click here to read more

Celiac disease and Crohn’s disease are two common inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that not only share common symptoms but also part of their genetic background. In both celiac disease and Crohn’s disease there is inflammation of the intestines but how that inflammation is triggered differs. Celiac disease is intolerance to gluten and so when a ...click here to read more

A new irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) drug offers relief from diarrhea and stomach pains but only for some patients. Two clinical trials of the drug revealed that symptoms of IBS were relieved for up to six months. The new drug – Viberzi – was recently approved by the FDA and in phase three of the ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may share symptoms but are not the same. Both illnesses present symptoms of altered bowel habits along with abdominal discomfort and pain. In irritable bowel syndrome functions of the bowel become affected and in irritable bowel disease there are changes to the bowel including mucosal or ...click here to read more

Genetic data now suggests that Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis is a continuum or progression of disorders influenced by the location of inflammation in the gut. About 1.4 million Americans have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Diagnosis could be oversimplified though. This according to genetic data that shows the diseases are a complex continuum of ...click here to read more

We all have those days when we feel bloated, constipated, or even have diarrhea. Digestion woes can leave us feeling not like ourselves and prisoners in our own bodies captive to never leaving the bathroom. Whether digestive symptoms happen to you sporadically or on a daily basis, the good news is, there is a superfood you ...click here to read more

Although it is well-known that obesity increases the risk of colon cancer the exact link has never been quite fully understood. New research has now looked further into the link between obesity and colon cancer and has uncovered the biological connection which could lead to better treatment and preventative options in the future. The study ...click here to read more

Diarrhea can be prevented by controlling levels of specific gut bacteria. In a recent study by Michigan State University researchers found that by targeting gut bacteria diarrhea sufferers could obtain relief and prevent future episodes. The researchers found among the participants they had higher levels of Escherichia which is commonly found in the intestines which ...click here to read more

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms have been linked to high rates of anxiety and depression. Due to the high rates of anxiety and depression among IBS patients it sparked researchers to believe there may be a casual relationship between psychological factors and IBS symptoms. A study presented at the 22nd United European Gastroenterology Week (UEG ...click here to read more

Many people understand the importance of a getting a good night’s sleep, but recent research indicates that two inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis could relapse due to sleep disturbances. Sleep disturbances are associated with absenteeism at work, as well as an increased need for healthcare services. Research shows that it is also ...click here to read more

Peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. The peritoneum is the tissue that lines the inner wall of the abdomen, which covers and supports the majority of the inner abdominal organs, such as the stomach and intestines. If peritonitis is left untreated, complications may arise. For example, the infection ...click here to read more