Inflammatory Bowel Disease Facts Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is one name for two very similar diseases, both of which cause destructive swelling and inflammation in the intestinal tract – Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. These two conditions are characterized by nearly identical symptoms, making it difficult for even trained professionals to distinguish between them. Nearly [...]

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New findings by Swedish researchers at Sahlgrenska University in Gothenburg further support claims that regular exercise can help to dramatically decrease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Altogether a total of 102 previously documented adult IBS patients, ranging from ages 18 to 65, took part in this new IBS study. The participants were randomly assigned [...]

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Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the most common gastrointestinal diseases facing the population today. It is classified by mild to severe abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and/or constipation, and is usually triggered by stress and poor diet. Women are particularly vulnerable to this condition (estimates show that almost twice as many women experience IBS than [...]

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When done correctly, a colon cleanse can be a great way to help the body flush out residual waste matter and other toxins. However, something that many first-time cleanse users fail to prepare for are the potential negative side effects typically associated with the process of colon cleansing. The presence of toxic material being eliminated [...]

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Are you aware that the soreness you are feeling in the lower back region may be related to the constipation you are experiencing? On the flip side, are you aware that having back pains can cause constipation? While most people are comfortable and open in discussing their back pain, constipation to date remains to persist [...]

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