We tend to think of cancer as a single disease. A killer that strikes out of nowhere. But the truth is it isn’t a single disease at all. It’s a bunch of different ones. And with that variety, comes a bunch of different symptoms. Some of which are so subtle or seemingly unrelated they’re ... Read More ›
constipation
UPDATED:April 27, 2018
UPDATED:November 2, 2017
4 foods that cause constipation
You feel miserable. You’re bloated, your stomach hurts and no matter what you try, you just can’t seem to “go.” Constipation is the worst. And no matter if it’s a regular visitor at your house, or just an occasional unwanted guest, you want it gone. Now. Many of us have a few ideas about ... Read More ›
UPDATED:October 16, 2017
Bound up and bloated? Relieve constipation naturally
If you don’t take constipation seriously, it’s a safe bet that you’ve never suffered through a serious bout of this troubling condition. Three million American’s experience constipation every year that’s serious enough to warrant a doctor’s visit. And with experts estimating that at least 14 ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 27, 2017
Are YOU suffering from a hidden leaky gut?
If you aren’t sure what leaky gut is, you’re not alone. And if you’ve ever gathered up enough courage to ask your doctor about it, chances are you didn’t get much more than a dismissive eye roll. Don’t feel bad, it happens all the time. Because many mainstream doctors refuse to even recognize the ... Read More ›
UPDATED:October 10, 2018
5 naturally gentle laxatives to keep you regular
Constipation. It’s a fact of life that no one seems to want to talk about. But that means 42 million Americans can be left suffering in silence. If you’re one of them let’s make a deal. Starting right now let’s break that silence. Getting blocked up and not being able to go is a miserable ... Read More ›
UPDATED:October 24, 2016
The top 10 home remedies for constipation
No one likes to talk about constipation, but we’ve all suffered through it before. It feels like your stomach is tied up in knots. The stomach pain, discomfort and bloating can get so bad it even starts affecting your mood. It’s absolutely miserable. But harsh chemical laxatives have unpleasant ... Read More ›
9 surprising causes of constipation
No one wants to talk about constipation. It’s one of those things that everyone deals with at some point, but no one wants to admit to. But if we don’t talk about it, we can’t talk about the causes of constipation so we can learn how to prevent it. After all, few things are more frustrating than ... Read More ›
UPDATED:October 10, 2017
Relieve your constipation naturally
Constipation’s no joking matter. It makes you feel bloated and miserable. But even worse, when you don’t move your bowels every day that waste sits in your colon exposing you to toxins that can harm your health. Experts estimate that around 14 percent of adults are affected by constipation and ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 15, 2016
Q&A: “Should I get a colonoscopy?”
Q: Dear Healthier Talk, Should I get a colonoscopy? I’m 54 years young and in good health. But every time I see my doctor he tells me that I should schedule a colonoscopy. Since I feel fine I think there’s really no need to get one. You know how the old saying goes, “if it ain’t broke, don’t ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 24, 2016
Dried plums could lower risk for colon cancer
Colorectal cancer, which includes both cancers of the colon and rectum, is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the US (not including skin cancers). In 2015, it’s estimated there will be more than 93,000 new cases of colon cancer (and nearly 40,000 cases of rectal cancer) diagnosed. [1] As ... Read More ›
