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May 21, 2025/Digestive

Foods To Eat and Avoid if You Have GERD

What’s on your plate, like lean chicken vs. fatty beef, may determine whether you deal with post-meal acid reflux

Young child sitting on edge of bed, holding stomach in discomfort

May 9, 2025/Digestive

Signs Your Child May Have Celiac Disease

Delays in growth, stomach aches and bathroom issues are all symptoms of this serious digestive condition

Gluten-free symbol, red circle with line through it over a strand of wheat

April 29, 2025/Digestive

Yes, Celiac Disease Can Be Inherited

Family history can increase your risk of developing this autoimmune disorder — you may want to see a healthcare provider for screening

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April 17, 2025/Digestive

Tips on How To Prevent Colorectal Cancer

Focus on exercise, eating healthy and getting regular screenings to help lower your risk

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April 9, 2025/Digestive

What To Eat (and What To Avoid) When You Have IBS

A low-FODMAP diet or gluten-free diet could help you manage your symptoms, but only with professional guidance

A salmon and greens sandwich on whole-grain bread being served on a plate

March 31, 2025/Digestive

What To Eat (and Avoid) When You Have Gallbladder Issues

A low-fat, high-fiber diet can help prevent gallbladder attacks and keep you pain-free

Foods found in a BRAT diet, like bananas, rice, toast and applesauce

March 27, 2025/Digestive

Why You Shouldn’t Follow a Strict BRAT Diet When You’re Sick

Bananas, rice, applesauce and toast are easy on your stomach, but they don’t have enough vitamins and nutrients for more than a couple days

Hands gently holding illustration of the human gut/intestines

March 21, 2025/Digestive

Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s the Difference?

Probiotics are ‘good’ bacteria that help your gut, while prebiotics are foods that fuel the bacteria

Variety and versions of anti-inflammatory foods such as ginger, garlic, turmeric and apple cider vinegar

March 7, 2025/Digestive

No, You Don’t Need a ‘Parasite Cleanse’ (Which Won’t Actually Treat a Parasite)

Trying to self-treat a suspected parasite with a so-called cleanse can do more harm than good

Man leaning against sink in the bathroom on their phone

March 7, 2025/Digestive

4 Reasons Your Poop Is Sticky

Excess mucus, ulcers, a high-fat diet and pancreatic conditions can make stool sticky