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The diverticulitis diet: Best foods to eat during a flare-up

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Aug 6, 2025

Living with diverticulitis can feel overwhelming—but understanding how food affects your symptoms is a powerful first step. Making a few smart choices in your diverticulitis diet can help ease discomfort, support healing and help prevent future diverticulitis flare-ups. Whether you're in...

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How to sleep with GERD: 4 ways to get better rest

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Jul 21, 2025

Living with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can disrupt how you feel each day, especially at bedtime when you want to relax. The burning sensation in your chest, the bitter taste in your mouth and the persistent cough can make it nearly...

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Does stress cause ulcers? It’s time to get the facts

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Jul 8, 2025

If you’re one of the nearly four million Americans affected by stomach ulcers, you know how painful and disruptive they can be. A common question you might even be asking yourself is: Does stress cause ulcers? While stress affects your...

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7 natural remedies for acid reflux (that actually work)

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Jul 3, 2025

If you’re experiencing an uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest and throat, you might have acid reflux. Understanding how to prevent acid reflux naturally can significantly improve your quality of life and help you avoid those painful flare-ups. If you’d...

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Should you try a liver detox? 5 ways to safely support your liver health

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Jun 26, 2025

You’ve likely seen ads for liver detox teas, supplements or smoothies that promise to “cleanse” your body and boost your health. But can your liver really become clogged with toxins, and do these products help? The liver, which sits on...

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Are there foods that heal colon inflammation? What to eat for a happier gut

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Jun 20, 2025

When your digestive system isn’t functioning at its best, your whole body feels it. Whether you're managing a chronic condition like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or simply trying to support better gut health, what you eat can have a profound impact...

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How to get rid of bloating: 7 quick tips to debloat fast

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Jun 10, 2025

We’ve all experienced a bloated stomach before. It’s uncomfortable, often embarrassing and sometimes painful. Let’s discuss how to get rid of bloating, so you can find relief and debloat fast. While the occasional bout of bloating after a large meal...

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14 signs of liver damage you should know

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Apr 29, 2025

With liver disease on the rise, especially among younger adults, you may be wondering how to spot the signs of liver damage—how can you know if your liver is struggling? You can’t live a good life without a functioning liver, so...

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Always rushing to the bathroom? 5 self-care tips for living with overactive bladder

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Apr 18, 2025

Living with an overactive bladder (OAB) can be frustrating, embarrassing and even disruptive to daily life. If you find yourself frequently rushing to the bathroom or waking up multiple times at night to urinate, you’re not alone. Millions of people...

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Living with IBD symptoms: Tips for a happier, healthier gut

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Mar 27, 2025

Living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean giving up on wellness. Many people with conditions such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis find that small lifestyle adjustments can make a big difference in managing...

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6 simple tips for a healthy gut on the go

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Feb 24, 2025

Dealing with bloating, excessive gas, abdominal discomfort or even diarrhea is never fun. What could make it even worse? Experiencing these digestive issues during or after traveling. Whether you feel constipated or experience the complete opposite problem, vacations should be...

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Am I having a diverticulitis flare-up? Strategies for feeling better and living well

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Feb 12, 2025

Experiencing abdominal pain with fevers? Maybe loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting? It is possible you could be having a diverticulitis flare-up. Fortunately, there are ways to manage it effectively, relieve symptoms and get back to enjoying your life. Understanding...

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9 tips to make your colonoscopy experience easier

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Nov 7, 2024

Preparing for a colonoscopy can feel daunting, especially if it’s your first time. Whether you’ve just scheduled a colonoscopy or are thinking about it, knowing what to expect and how to prepare can make all the difference. Let’s break down everything...

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Celiac disease self-care: 11 tips to live well

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Oct 7, 2024

When it comes to celiac disease self-care, the first thing most people think of is avoiding gluten—and rightfully so. But while there are certain foods to avoid with celiac disease, it’s about so much more than that. Staying healthy and...

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4 things your poop is trying to tell you

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May 23, 2024

Bowel habits and the appearance of stool (the medical term for poop) vary dramatically from person to person. Much like the differences in our appearance, everyone's bowel habits are unique to their body. Diet, fluid intake, exercise and the makeup...

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Barrett's esophagus: Understanding the connection to GERD and preventing cancer

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Mar 14, 2024

Have you ever experienced an uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest after a hearty meal? Most of us have, but for some, it might be more than just heartburn. That persistent discomfort that you’re brushing off as indigestion could be...

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Unlocking the power of fermented foods for gut health

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Feb 27, 2024

In recent years, the spotlight on gut health has intensified, with increasing emphasis on the importance of maintaining a balanced and diverse gut microbiome. One of the key players in this realm is fermented foods. People often ask me how...

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What to eat, drink and do: 3 essential tips for colon health

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Dec 15, 2023

Digestive health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and lifestyle factors, particularly diet and nutrition, play a central role in colon health. Your colon is a part of the large intestine that absorbs water and electrolytes from undigested food,...

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Eat this, not that, to avoid holiday heartburn

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Dec 5, 2023

The holiday season is a time for joy. However, for many people, it can also be a time for heartburn. Pie, gravy, potatoes, cookies — many of the foods traditionally served at holiday meals are also some of the hardest...

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Feeling the burn? Understanding heartburn, its triggers, symptoms and management

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Sep 13, 2023

Heartburn is a common digestive condition that many individuals experience at some point in their lifetime. Despite its name, heartburn does not actually involve the heart; it gets its name from the burning sensation felt in your chest. If you...