Colonoscopies that take longer are linked to lower cancer rates, according to findings published in Gastroenterology. Source: Shorter Colonoscopies Linked to Higher Cancer Intervals If you are going to have a colonoscopy for cancer screening, make sure it is done … Continue reading
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Extra antioxidants may make little difference in lifespan | Reuters. Remember, health does not come in a pill. Eating healthy foods, exercise, and limiting/eliminating tobacco, alcohol, etc. are far more important to health than any supplement could ever be. … Continue reading
The Nuts and Seeds of Diverticulosis | Consultant360. Diverticular disease is common in western societies and may be more related to weight, activity, and smoking than diet Avoiding seeds, nuts, and high residue foods is “old school” and without a … Continue reading
How to banish the bloat – Courant.com. This is a very common problem and this article has some good advice. … Continue reading
USPSTF: Evidence for Supplement Use Lacking. … Continue reading
Fecal Microbial Transplantation May Treat Ulcerative Colitis. We’ve been having great success with FMT for Clostridium difficile infection, and now this offers hope for UC patients as well. Data is preliminary, but promising. … Continue reading
Can exercise detoxify the body? Health experts are skeptical | Reuters. Depends on what you mean by “detoxify”. Of course, the best option is to not “toxify” in the first place. Eat healthy foods from your local farmer/rancher/hunter, don’t drink … Continue reading
Two Questions For Your Doctor Before A Colonoscopy : Shots – Health Blog : NPR. … Continue reading
Two Questions For Your Doctor Before A Colonoscopy : Shots – Health Blog : NPR. You should ask more than two, but those are two key factors. You should also ask if your physician is board certified in Gastroenterology , … Continue reading
Common sense for common problems: Digestive Health Tips | ACG Patients. … Continue reading