Gluten is a special type of protein that is commonly found in rye, wheat, and barley. And, as you’ve probably guessed, it is found in most types of cereals and in many types of bread.

Unfortunately for many, gluten seems to have an ill effect on health.

When pigs fly. That's when you'll see the FDA recommend use of a dietary supplement to offset health risks created by a drug.

Don't be surprised when you have a hard time kicking your PPI (proton pump inhibitor) habit. In fact, I've heard Nexium called "Purple Crack for seniors" at 50 cents a pop.

More and more Americans are developing food sensitivities, food allergies, irritable bowels, spastic colon and other digestive problems. And this outbreak can be linked to an increase of foods in our diet with a high-lectin content.

Intestinal gas is an embarrassing and annoying situation that many people experience on a regular basis. Gas and bloating is, perhaps, one of the main health concerns that human beings living in the Western world complain of.

You probably know the feeling. It’s a couple of hours before dinnertime, but you’re hungry. You could grab a bag of chips or a candy bar to hold you over. But those empty calories usually come with a side order of guilt.

Just as acid can ruin your car battery, increased acidity in your cells and tissues can eat away at the linings of your arteries and increase your chances of both brain and cardiovascular problems… erode cartilage and cause inflamed joints… and damage skin cells which can contribute to premature wrinkling and other aging issues.