Category: digestive tract

Ask Dr. Etingin: Irritable Bowel Syndrome; Red Blood Cell Count

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I have all the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including abdominal pain, gas, bloating,…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Nail Fungal Infections; Diverticulosis

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I like to treat myself to a monthly manicure, but I worry about potential health…

Medications That Boost Bone Health

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With the many health concerns facing postmenopausal women, it’s easy to overlook bone health. After…

Add Seeds to Your Diet to Boost Protein and Fiber

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When you think about healthy foods, seeds probably aren’t the first things that come to…

Understanding Plant “Antinutrients”

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Healthy foods like beans, whole grains, nuts, and leafy greens contain a wide range of…

Frontline: Alzheimer’s Disease; Mediterranean-Style Diet; Timely Heart Attack Care

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Obesity, Physical Inactivity Top Risks Related to Alzheimer’s Disease Eight modifiable risk factors were linked…

Foods to Fight Constipation

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If you’ve been feeling a little backed up, you’re not alone. Constipation is one of…

Is a “Juice Cleanse” Right for You?

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Juice cleanses involve consuming nothing but fruit and vegetable juices, often organic and raw, for…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Treatment for tinnitus; Causes of low red blood cell count

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I recently started hearing chirping noises, and my doctor said it’s tinnitus. Are there any…

What You Need to Know About “Leaky Gut Syndrome”

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In recent years, the internet has been full of articles describing symptoms of “leaky gut…

5 Thanksgiving Feast Myths Busted!

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The feast that officially kicks off the holiday season is almost here. Thanksgiving is steeped…

Is Going Gluten-Free a Smart Strategy for You?

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In recent years, the number of “gluten-free” food products has grown substantially. That’s because gluten—a…

Cut Your LDL Cholesterol with Diet

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The word “cholesterol” usually has a negative connotation, but it’s not all bad. In fact,…

Vasculitis Can Affect Any Blood Vessel In Your Body

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Vasculitis is an umbrella term for a group of several diseases that can produce a…

Ask the Experts: Moving to Memory Care; Heart Transplantation in Seniors; Bloating from Fiber

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I’ve been caring for my elderly mother for a couple of years, but her dementia…

Egg Allergy or Egg Intolerance: Symptoms & Treatment

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Egg allergy affects about two percent of children. About 70 percent of children outgrow this…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Anticholinergic drugs; Alcohol and antibiotics; Symptoms of pancreatic cancer

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I’m 75, and I take a medication called Detrol to help control urinary incontinence. I’ve…

Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms You Can Identify

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Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms Vitamin D deficiency symptoms have been linked to numerous health problems,…

Signs of Anxiety and Causes of Panic Attacks in Women

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It has long been known that women are twice as likely as men to suffer…

3 Possible Bentonite Clay Benefits

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Clay has been used for more than 6,000 years as a detoxifying, antimicrobial medicine that…

Ask Tufts Experts: Beans and cholesterol … Chlorella … Biotin

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Q: I have high cholesterol and my doctor told me to eat more beans. Why?…