Digestive Health
7 min read0 viewsH. pylori: 5 Facts If Stomach Cancer Runs in Your Family
H. pylori is the infection most closely tied to stomach cancer. Who should be tested, what treatment involves, and which symptoms mean call a doctor today.
5 min read0 viewsLactose Intolerance: Milk Upsets You but Aged Cheddar Doesn't
About 36% of people in the U.S. don't fully digest lactose, yet many handle around 12 grams at a time. Here's how to keep dairy without the cramps.
4 min read0 viewsShort Sleep Might Be Behind the Body Fat That Will Not Budge
Dieting hard but body fat will not budge? Short sleep, everyday prescriptions, and an unscreened thyroid are common causes — plus what NIDDK says helps.
4 min read1 viewsConstipation: 3 Everyday Habits That Quietly Make It Worse
Refined staples, a cheese-heavy plate and a sudden fiber jump each slow things down. Here is what US guidance and a 2021 trial actually found.
3 min read3 viewsNighttime Heartburn? Blame Coffee, Soda, and Fried Food
Coffee, soda, and late-night fried food can raise stomach acid and pressure, triggering heartburn. Here's the science and simple swaps that actually help.