Digestive disorders are becoming increasingly common. So too are those who choose to put up with or tough out the uncomfortable symptoms associated with them. Choosing to not address these symptoms, which could be the result of a structural or functional defect in your digestive system, puts you at an increased risk for more severe…
Study Finds That Vegetarian Diet Lowers Colorectal Cancer Risk
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Colon Cancer
A new study that was published in the March 9th online edition of JAMA Internal Medicine states that a vegetarian diet may cut your colon cancer risk by 20 percent. Researchers of the study state that for fish-eating vegetarians, the protective link is even stronger. The study involved more than 77,000 adults. The results of…
VITAMIN D SHOWN TO HELP LOWER RISK OF COLORECTAL CANCER
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women in the U.S., excluding skin cancers, according to the American Cancer Society. A new study shows that people with high levels of vitamin D in their bloodstream have a lower risk of developing colorectal cancer. The study found vitamin D improves the…
Study Examines Importance of Taking PPIs Before Breakfast
A new study looked at drugs known as proton pump inhibitors. Proton pump inhibitors work to reduce the amount of acid produced in the stomach and treat symptoms of acid reflux. Proton pump inhibitors do not provide immediate relief. Proton pump inhibitors require about 7 days of continuous use to take effect. New research shows…
Gluten May Not Be the Only Factor Playing a Role in Celiac Disease
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is known as intolerance to gluten which is found in wheat, rye and barley. A new study suggests that people with celiac disease may also react to non-gluten wheat proteins. Researchers believe that this discovery could help to improve our understanding of celiac disease and how to treat it. The study looked at…