Probiotic strain shows promise for treating IBD
In inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), inflammation of the digestive tract can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss, among other symptoms. Crohn’s disease
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What is Crohn’s disease?
Crohn’s disease is a chronic, or long-term, condition that causes inflammation of the digestive tract. It is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Crohn’s
A prebiotic may ease anxiety in young adults
At first glance, the brain and the gut do not have a lot in common, but in reality, they work closely together through an exchange of
Diet may help determine the fate of some cancer cells
When one cell in an animal divides or “proliferates” uncontrollably, the result is cancer. Multicellular organisms, such as humans, have evolved multiple checks and
Nerve stimulation helps restore arm function after stroke
In the United States, someone will have a stroke every 40 seconds. This adds up to about 795,000 cases each year. While the mortality
How to Ease Back into Exercise Safely After a Long Break
Before beginning a fitness routine after a long break from physical activity, experts say it’s best to set realistic expectations and ease into exercise
Are Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Worth Taking?
For every 4 people you walk by on the street, 3 of them are taking some kind of dietary supplement. For some, they are taken
Gut-Brain Axis Research Shows Link Between Hunger Hormone and Memory
A hormone that influences when and how frequently animals eat also appears to affect memory, USC scientists have found. Animals and humans have the
Can Antioxidant Supplements Prevent Heart Disease? The Answer May Surprise You
Do you take antioxidants to prevent heart disease and cancer? Millions of people do. Antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, beta-carotene, and
5 Things to Look for in a Pain Management Plan
Pain can be a huge barrier to living a happy and fulfilling life. When I meet a new patient for the first time, I
Study: Most Kids Incorrectly Use Asthma Inhalers
Asthma inhalers can’t do the job if they’re not used correctly. And that’s an issue for many children, U.S. researchers say. “We know from past
Medications for Bipolar Disorder
If you have bipolar disorder, the right medications can be like a pair of eyeglasses. Bipolar disorder distorts your view of yourself and the
Understanding Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are intense urges like biting, picking, and pulling that can cause damage. As many as 1 in 20 people have
Your Survival Guide for Allergic Asthma
Before Jennifer Elridge of Torrington, CT, was diagnosed with asthma 10 years ago, there were some times when her symptoms got really serious. “I