Despite its deceiving name, heartburn has nothing to do with your heart. In fact, the stinging sensation occurs in the oesophagus when acid leaves the stomach and comes into contact with the oesophagus lining. Those who suffer from heartburn, or acid reflux, know how much...
Stress is sometimes considered to be the root of all ailments. When we are stressing out our bodies can't put as much energy into keeping us healthy. Effects of stress can cause cold sores, flu, and indigestion. Here are some ways stress can make you...
Acid reflux or Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) disease occurs when the acid rich liquid content of the stomach regurgitates into the esophagus. This acid-rich liquid can inflame and damage the lining of your esophagus. The refluxed liquid may also contain bile that that has backed-up into...
The short answer is that pill color has no effect on the effect of medication. However, humans have the tendency to form judgments based on pill coloring. A common example is your perception of food based on the richness or depth of color. For example,...
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common disorder related to the problem of intestines. Symptoms include abdominal cramping, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. For most people, signs and symptoms of irritable bowel disease are mild. Only a small percentage of people with IBS have severe signs and...
VSL#3 is a high-potency probiotic with 450 billion live bacteria per packet. It is a medical food for the dietary management of patients with ulcerative colitis, an ileal pouch, and irritable bowel syndrome. It works by colonizing the GI tract with optimal quantities and types of...
Do you lie down at night trying to fall asleep, only to suffer from the burning affects of heartburn? You're not alone. Thousands of people suffer from the painful burning of heartburn, but the pain you feel might not be simple diet related heartburn. In...
Heartburn isn't just the result of eating spicy food. Many people experience persistent and frequent heartburn (for example, two or more nights per week), and assume it is strictly diet related. It may actually be a symptom of gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD symptoms...
