New clues point to why IBS is twice as common in women as men

One study suggests estrogen may help explain why.

Bloated after meals? The natural remedy with the best evidence is peppermint oil, taken in capsules before eating

However, there is an important difference between drinking peppermint tea and taking specially formulated capsules. The ...

'Leaky gut' isn’t a medical diagnosis. Here’s what it really means

Here’s what can happen when your intestinal lining becomes inflamed or injured.

[Irritable Bowel Syndrome] Things I do to reduce stomach pain before unpleasant events

This article is based on personal experience and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist ...
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Could a Blood Test Detect Depression? Scientists Find a Clue

Researchers at New York University have found a potential link between the biological aging of certain white blood cells and ...

Scientists Discover a Plant Compound That Could Help Stop Rheumatoid Arthritis Inflammation

Scientists have identified a plant compound that reduced joint swelling and inflammation in rats with experimental arthritis. The discovery offers a potential new direction for rheumatoid arthritis ...
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Menopause May Be More of a Sudden Switch Than a Slow Fade, Huge Study Finds

Menopause may trigger far more changes in the body than hot flashes and shifting hormones. An analysis of roughly 300 million lab results from over one million women found menopause-related changes in ...