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Early warning signs of colon cancer are often overlooked or mistaken for minor diseases and everyday gastro issues. But many of these symptoms appear in young and active individuals who seem healthy, making them easy to dismiss. Dr. Vivian Asamoah, who has worked with hundreds of colon cancer patients over the span of 15 years,…
For many, coffee is the morning pick-me-up that fuels productivity. But recent research suggests that it may also serve an unexpected purpose, relieving constipation. Constipation, a common digestive issue affecting millions worldwide, has long been linked to factors such as poor hydration, low fibre intake, and sedentary behaviour. Yet scientists are now exploring how coffee…
The British Dietetic Association (BDA), continues to stress that relief from constipation starts with the diet, not in laxatives, but in consistency, water, and natural fibre variety. The new guidance stresses not just how much fibre, but what kind and quality of food is eaten. Among novel foods being recommended that are on the increase,…
Approximately 9% to 20% of the global population is affected by constipation, as per World Gastroenterology Organization. Severe or persistent constipation may signal underlying medical conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome or even thyroid disorders. However, it is fortunate that constipation is often caused due to low fiber intake, lack of hydration, sedentary lifestyle, medications…
When it comes to easing chronic constipation, new dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association (BDA) suggest that some simple additions to your grocery list could make a big difference. The updated recommendations, published in the Journal of Human Nutrition & Dietetics and Neurogastroenterology & Motility, identify kiwis, rye bread, magnesium supplements, and probiotics as…
Are you struggling with constipation? Even after checking all the boxes including balanced diet, exercise, and hydration, if you are still struggling with constipation, the problem is somewhere else. A Harvard and Stanford-trained gastroenterologist has revealed that a common cause behind constipation, and this is a mistake we all commit. Wondering what it is? Sitting…
Constipation doesn’t just affect the body but the overall mood. Globally, constipation affects approximately 9% to 20% of the population. Although, it is fortunate that constipation, in most cases, is caused by lifestyle factors and eating habits and can be relieved without the help of medication. It is often a sign that the body needs…
Constipation is a frustrating problem that almost everyone faces at some point. Long hours of straining on the toilet, incomplete evacuation, or hard stools can make bathroom visits stressful and uncomfortable. But what if the solution lies not in medicines but in simply adjusting how you sit? Recently, gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab, known on Instagram…
