Digestive Health - Page 34

July 22, 2016

Human gut microbes took root before we were human

The relationship between humans and the bacteria in our guts extends far back into the past — to the time before modern humans even existed, a new study finds

July 20, 2016

Obese teens may have less pain, more mobility after bariatric surgery

Weight-loss surgery might offer extremely obese teens some relief from debilitating pain and make it easier for them to walk, a U.S. study suggests.

July 13, 2016

Soda and other sweet drinks tied to risk for some rare cancers

People who drink lots of soda or other sugary beverages may have a higher risk of developing rare cancers in the gallbladder and bile ducts around the liver, a Swedish study suggests.

July 9, 2016

8 foods to ease constipation

While the exact percentage is up for debate, as many as 27 percent of Americans may suffer from constipation.

July 5, 2016

Girl's 'appendicitis' turns out to be worms

A teenager in the UK who showed up at a hospital's pediatric unit complaining of stomach pain ended up getting an appendectomy—but it was something else entirely that had caused her distress, per an article in BMJ Case Reports.

June 28, 2016

Gluten triggers strange delusions in woman with celiac disease

Gluten has been implicated in a number of symptoms related to celiac disease that go beyond the digestive system, including rashes, anemia and headaches.

June 27, 2016

Weight loss surgery helps keep pounds off 10 years later

Ten years after gastric-bypass weight-loss surgery, patients in a recent study had managed to keep off much of the weight they'd lost.

June 21, 2016

Google sharpens search results for 'skin rash,' 'tummy ache' and other symptoms

Google has a health problem.

June 16, 2016

People can choose their colon cancer screening method, US panel advises

U.S. adults should choose the type of colon cancer screening they feel most comfortable with, the government-backed U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now advises.

June 11, 2016

What is alkaline water and can it really help with heartburn?

You may have noticed the buzz about alkaline water recently: It’s a staple of the alkaline diet, and promoted by celebs like Miranda Kerr for its supposed health perks.