Is your digestion fast or slow? Find out with the ‘sweetcorn test’ and what it means
In cases of fast transit, the resulting stool is loose with high water content. This indicates that the faecal matter has not ...
Gross but simple test reveals how fast your gut works – and could explain symptoms like burping, bloating or IBS
WE’VE all experienced uncomfortable digestive issues at some point in our life. Burping and bloating are totally normal – but a simple test, which is rather gross, could explain why ...
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After COVID-19, kids more likely to have GI symptoms for up to 2 years
Though long COVID, or post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 (PASC), is more common in adults than in kids, 1.3% of US children ...
Simple test to check your gut health, and how to fix it
University of Oxford expert Nick Ilott has explained how fast your gut should work, and what happens if it is at 'the wrong speed' ...
A Patient’s Guide to Gastrointestinal Diseases: Symptoms, Treatments and Self-Care
The digestive system comprises several organs, all working in concert to turn the food you eat into energy. But sometimes, illness or injury can lead to a digestive disease that threatens your ...
Make your own gut health shots that aid digestion with just two ingredients
Gut health is a huge topic at the moment, so why not make your own shots at home that can help to soothe the intestinal tract ...
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The Race Within: Understanding Gut Transit Time and Your Health
The speed at which food moves through the digestive tract, known as gut transit time, impacts health significantly. It varies among individuals and can be influenced by factors like genetics, diet, ...
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Intestinal Blockage Caused by Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease-related inflammation can sometimes lead to intestinal blockage. Untreated, an intestinal blockage may lead to serious complications. Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition that ...
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Why You Fart While Walking and What It Means for Your Body
Farting is a common occurrence with physical activity, including walking. Learn why it happens, how to cope with it, and what ...