Irritable bowel syndrome (I.B.S.) is a common disorder that affects the stomach and intestines. Although it is not considered life-threatening, it can be very uncomfortable. Let’s quickly look at the symptoms of this stomach-destabilising condition.
Symptoms
A few people with I.B.S. have chronic symptoms, while some can control their symptoms by simply managing their diet and…
Stomach ulcers are open sores found around the stomach, which develop in the digestive tract lining. They can be very painful, and certain foods can cause the production of stomach acids that stir up the open sore.
Stomach ulcers result from a bacteria infection called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Taking pain relievers (e.g. aspirin, ibuprofen) for a very long time can also cause the…
Ever wondered if sleeping positions have anything to do with digestion? Currently, there’s not much information on the effect of sleeping positions on gut health, but there’s increasing information on how sleep can boost digestion. Medical experts have revealed that your sleeping position at night can affect your gut health, causing heartburn and constipation.
Sleep can affect…
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Is There A Right Time To Eat Bananas? Find Out
Bananas are high up there when it comes to fruits rich in nutrients. If you live in tropical areas like Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, bananas are a part of your life. Except you are allergic, or you just don’t like their taste.
Sold by local vendors on roadsides, in open markets and malls, many people pair bananas with their meals like rice or just snack on it. You can also add…
There is much conflicting health advice out there, and the time to eat is one of them. You probably must have heard times without a number that you shouldn’t eat after 8 p:m. But does the time you eat actually determine how much weight you gain?
To be candid with you, whether you eat at 8 a:m. or 8 p:m. (or even 11 p.m.), since it is the same food you’re ingesting, it will have the…
Almost everyone has overeaten at some point in their life. When this happens, it often leads to fullness, nausea, and indigestion. However, if you’re feeling stomach pain after eating average amounts of food, it may be a sign of a medical condition.
Experiencing pain after eating is usually not a concern, even if it occurs occasionally, but persistent postprandial pain can be a symptom of…
Over the years there has been a lot of emphasis on healthy eating. Health professionals have repeatedly asserted that the reason for the many illnesses individuals suffer can be largely traced to the food they eat. The emphasis has made several people ask what food can be categorised as healthy and how one can eat healthily. The following dinner ideas can help you eat healthy without going through…
Apples are one of the world’s favourite fruit. They include a variety of nutrients, including vitamins, dietary fiber, antioxidants, and antioxidants. Apples’ diverse nutrient composition suggests that they may benefit health in several ways.
Apples come in a variety of sizes, hues, and flavors. They contain several nutrients that are good for a person’s health. A diet high in…
If your heart is burning with anything other than passion, there’s cause for concern. Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux).
If it keeps happening, it is called gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). Lots of people get heartburn from time to time. There is often no apparent reason why.
Sometimes it is caused or…