Why Some People Have Diarrhea for Months: A Doctor's Guide
Diarrhea that lasts more than 4 weeks affects millions of Americans, but doctors now understand it better than ever. This review from JAMA explains that most …
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Your Gut and Brain Talk to Each Other—Here's Why That Matters
Scientists have discovered that your digestive system is constantly communicating with your brain, and when this conversation breaks down, it can cause …
Read MoreFeeding Through a Tube: What Parents Need to Know
This chapter explains enteral nutrition, which is a medical way of delivering food and nutrients directly into the stomach or small intestine through a tube …
Read MoreNew Guide Helps Doctors Treat Bloating and Belly Swelling
European medical experts have created new guidelines to help doctors better understand and treat bloating and abdominal swelling. These are two of the most …
Read MoreHow Your Body Slows Digestion: A New Discovery About Gut Control
Scientists discovered a new way your body controls how fast food moves through your intestines. A hormone called secretin works by talking directly to special …
Read MoreHow Calcium Affects Your Digestive Health
Calcium does more than just build strong bones—it's also crucial for keeping your digestive system working properly. A new review of scientific research shows …
Read MoreHow Nerve Cells Build Your Gut: Understanding a Rare Birth Condition
Your intestines have their own nervous system that helps digest food and keep you healthy. This nervous system is built before you're born when special cells …
Read MoreDoes Avoiding Gluten Really Help Your Stomach? What Science Actually Shows
Millions of people avoid gluten thinking it will help their stomach problems, but new research suggests the story is more complicated. Scientists reviewed …
Read MoreWhat Parents Need to Know About Tube Feeding for Kids
This medical guide explains enteral nutrition, which is a way to give food and nutrients directly to a child's stomach or intestines through a tube. This …
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