U.S. health regulators approved new irritable bowel syndrome drugs from Actavis Plc and Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc on Wednesday, validating…
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11 superfoods that work better together
Peanut butter and jelly. Soup and salad. Spaghetti and meatballs. There are a few classic pairings that will never go…
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U.S. health regulators issued an updated safety alert on Wednesday for endoscopes linked to drug-resistant “superbug” bacteria in California hospitals.…
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A yogurt aimed at easing digestion with the help of “good” bacteria may not be much help for children’s chronic…
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The Pros and Cons of Colonics
You may have heard about colonics and wondered exactly what it is. This procedure, which involves having a tube inserted…
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Gut Bacteria Picky About What We Eat, Study Says
Gut bacteria—colonies of bacteria that live in the human digestive tract—appear to have fairly picky dining habits, with one type…
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Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about hiccups (and how to get rid of them)
Yes, they’re annoying–and, yes, there are ways to deal. Hiccups that just won’t quit are almost as annoying as being…
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New guidelines help pediatricians diagnose acid reflux in infants
If your baby is battling acid reflux – it doesn’t necessarily mean they have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), according to…
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