Gastrointestinal Disorders

Diverticular Disease: Overview and Risk Factors

Diverticula are herniations, or "outpouchings," of the colon (large intestine) that occur at weak sites in the colon wall. The development of diverticula appears to be associated with a low-fiber diet. A lack of fiber renders the stool dry and low in bulk, requiring increased pressure...

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Symptoms and Risk Factors

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acids flow backward into the esophagus, resulting in chest pain or "heartburn." It is the most common upper-gastrointestinal disorder in Western nations, affecting 30 percent of Americans intermittently and up to 10 percent on a...

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Pancreatitis: Symptoms and Risk Factors

Pancreatitis is a condition of inflammation in the pancreas, an organ in the abdomen that produces hormones and digestive enzymes. Normally, digestive enzymes are produced in the pancreas and released into the intestine after meals. In cases of pancreatitis, these enzymes become inappropriately...

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Infantile Colic: Overview and Risk Factors

Infantile colic refers to excessive crying in a baby less than three months old. Colic is defined as crying that occurs in an otherwise healthy baby for three or more hours a day, on three or more days a week, for three or more weeks. These criteria are somewhat controversial in that they may not...

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Constipation: Symptoms and Risk Factors

Constipation refers to the difficult or infrequent passage of stool. A common definition of constipation is fewer than three spontaneous, complete bowel movements per week. It is the most common gastrointestinal complaint in the United States, occurring in about 15 to 20 percent of adults. It is...

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Gastritis and Peptic Ulcer Disease: Symptoms and Risk Factors

Gastritis refers to irritation and inflammation of the lining of the wall of the stomach. An ulcer (also known as a peptic ulcer) is a deep crater in the wall of the stomach. Gastritis and ulcers affect up to 50 percent of adult populations in Westernized countries. These disorders result from an...

Gastrointestinal Disorders, Drugs, Treatments, & Supplements

Risks of Taking Drugs for Heartburn

Reflux has become a very common condition, and one alarming trend is the number of children who are developing it.  We have had clients as young as a few months old suffering from reflux, many on prescription medications that have never been tested for safety in children.

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Gastrointestinal Disorders

Cirrhosis: Symptoms and Risk Factors

Cirrhosis is a chronic, irreversible liver disease. It is caused by repeated damage to the liver, most commonly due to excessive alcohol intake over several years. Ultimately, the liver tissue is destroyed and unable to complete its normal functions, which include synthesis of various molecules and...

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by T. Colin Campbell, PhD

For almost 50 years, I have designed and directed large research projects in the areas of nutrition and health.  As a result of this experience, I have come to realize that most nutrition and health information is very misleading. It is no coincidence that we now have a health care crisis which is very expensive and which compromises the quality of life for millions of Americans and others living on a Western-style diet. . . READ FULL STATEMENT >>

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