Digestive Health - Page 32

August 30, 2016

Drug quickly counteracts deadly bleeding in people on blood-thinners

An experimental drug designed to quickly counteract blood-thinning medicines has demonstrated effectiveness, according to preliminary results of a new trial done under real-world conditions.

August 30, 2016

History of gallstones may signal higher risk of heart disease

People who have had gallstone disease are more likely than others to develop coronary heart disease, according to a large analysis of past studies.

August 29, 2016

Does jet lag make you hungry?

When you return home from a long trip across several times zones, it’s normal to feel like you’re dragging through the day.

August 29, 2016

Transplant recipients who resume smoking have shorter survival

For recipients of an organ transplant, smoking is even more dangerous than for the rest of the population, a recent analysis shows.

August 26, 2016

Why childhood celiac disease should be checked with lab tests

Even though many children with celiac disease can ease symptoms by going on a gluten-free diet, kids should still get blood tests and other exams to confirm whether they actually have the disease, some doctors argue.

August 25, 2016

Regular nibbling on nuts linked to low inflammation

Eating a handful of nuts five times per week may reduce inflammation, a condition that contributes to heart disease, diabetes and many other chronic illnesses, say the authors of a recent U.S. study.

August 24, 2016

US heart group sets limit on sugar for kids and teens

The vast majority of children and teens should have less than six teaspoons of added sugar in their diet each day, according to the American Heart Association.

August 22, 2016

After a fracture, patients often continue meds that boost fracture risk

Older people who break a bone are often receiving medications that can increase the risk of a fracture - and even after an accident, less than 10 percent of them stop taking those drugs, according to a new study.

August 17, 2016

Can season and place of birth influence celiac disease risk?

Winter babies and people born in places with shorter days and less sunlight might have a lower risk of developing celiac disease than peers born in warmer regions or seasons, a Swedish study suggests.

August 16, 2016

3 ways to boost your gut health to fight disease

Taking care of your gut is one of the most important things you can do for your health— bar none.