How to Decode Food Labels, Claims, and Certifications
Published November 4, 2019
The natural food and beverage market has been growing rapidly for several years according to trend reports, and it shows no signs of stopping. …
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Understanding the Stages of Colon Cancer
Published October 3, 2019
Like most other cancers, colorectal cancer has clinical and surgical stages set by the American Joint Committee On Cancer. These stages outline and determine how serious the cancer is and how best to treat it, …
6 Conditions That Increase Your Risk of Developing GERD
Published September 4, 2019
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a condition that many Americans live with every day. That burning in your chest and bitter taste of stomach acid regurgitated back into your mouth can be a rather unpleasant end to an otherwise delightful dinner. …
What Your Stool Color Says About Your Health
Published August 6, 2019
We all want to be those people, right? The ones who maintain the perfect diet and have the most consistent bowel movement schedule, …
The Many Endoscopy Types and When to Use Them
Published July 11, 2019
Endoscopy is a medical marvel which has saved many lives over the years. There are few risks, and it provides instant gratification by delivering a medical diagnosis or a less invasive surgical procedure. …
Early Prevention of Colon Polyps and Colon Cancer
Published June 19, 2019
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the most common and deadly cancers in the United States. Colon cancers begin as benign polyps in the colon or rectum and can take years to develop into cancer. …
How IBD Relates to Erectile Dysfunction
Published May 20, 2019
Irritable bowel disease (IBD) is a common gastric condition affecting approximately 3 million Americans, according to the latest statistics from the CDC. …
How Do You Know When GERD Is the Problem and Not Acid Reflux?
Published April 23, 2019
You wake up at night with that bitter taste in your mouth from regurgitation plus chest pain. “Oh no, was it that pepperoni pizza?” …
9 Colonoscopy Prep Tips You Should Know
Published March 22, 2019
Most people don’t look forward to things like a colonoscopy, but contrary to popular belief, prepping for a colonoscopy does not have to be a time filled with anxiety or fear. …
5 Colon Polyp Symptoms That Should Send You Straight To The Doctor
Published February 22, 2019
Polyps usually grow on the lining of the colon, but they can develop anywhere in the large intestine. Most polyps are benign growths and have few if any symptoms. …