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Foods rich in vitamin E: broccoli, avocado, sweet potato, almonds, sunflower seeds, apricots, pepper and a bottle of oil
July 24, 2024/Nutrition

What Can Vitamin E Do for You?

… supplement if you have a condition that affects your intestines, like celiac disease, Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.”Benefits of vitamin EThe potential protective effects of vitamin E include:Lowering cancer riskAs an antioxidant …

Osteoporosis in males
April 9, 2020/Men's Health

Men: Don’t Let Osteoporosis Weaken Your Bones

… bone-boosting nutrients can result in osteoporosis. Bone loss also can come from steroids used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Taking calcium and vitamin D supplements plus osteoporosis medication can offset the …

Green smoothie bowl with strawberries, granola, seeds and coconut
January 9, 2025/Digestive

Why Is Your Poop Green?

There’s an expectation as to what you’ll see in the toilet after pooping. So, when you look down into the water and spot green poop … well, it’s safe to say a few …

Teen walking into bathroom at home
September 4, 2024/Children's Health

Kids and Teens Deal With IBS, Too

… noticeable damage to them like there would be in a person with, say, Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.This makes it hard to diagnose. There’s no single irritable bowel syndrome test, so a …

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Steel pot of bone broth mixed with carrots and celery, with carrots and celery on cutting board and seasonings
August 16, 2024/Nutrition

Why Bone Broth Is Good for You (and How To Make It)

… anti-inflammatory properties, bone broth may be able to lessen the damage done to the gut from ulcerative colitis.Lessen joint painAs many of us are all too aware, as we age, our joints lose …

Illustration of toilet paper and blood drop
October 12, 2022/Digestive

What To Do if You Have Rectal Bleeding (With or Without Pain)

… at the protective walls of your stomach. The resulting sores frequently bleed.Inflammatory bowel diseases. Conditions like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease inflame your intestines. Blood loss can be mild, but it can also …

colon cleanse
February 13, 2023/Digestive

Why You Should Avoid Colon Cleansing

… colon health.At other times, it’s touted as a way to address issues such as bloating, colitis, constipation and indigestion.But colon cleansings aren’t the solution for your digestive issues.In fact, colorectal …

Healthcare provider in surgical gloves and gown holding endoscope

Colorectal Cancer Screenings: Endoscopy vs. Colonoscopy vs. Sigmoidoscopy

Colorectal cancer (colon cancer) is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States each year. And while it might not always get as much press as some other cancers, that’s …

illustration of woman suffering from stomach bugs
January 8, 2020/Digestive

What to Do When Your Stomach Bug Won’t Go Away

If you’ve battled a gastrointestinal (GI) infection before, you know it’s not pleasant. But typically symptoms don’t last longer than a few days.However, in some cases, the effects linger for weeks …

Glasses and bottle of yellow-colored prebiotic soda, with mint, lemon and ginger garnish
December 27, 2024/Nutrition

Are Prebiotic Sodas Good for You?

The healthy beverage business is booming. You can find flavored seltzers, vitamin-infused water and now, prebiotic sodas. Yep, the same ones you may have seen all over social media.“The publicity about these sodas …

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