Digestion

This Winter, It's Norovirus vs. Everyone — Here's How to Beat the Bug

Jan 17, 2025

This Winter, It's Norovirus vs. Everyone — Here's How to Beat the Bug

If you've had more than one friend cancel plans due to a nasty "stomach flu" or "stomach bug," take note.

I Tried Reflexology For My Gut Issues — and It Worked

Jan 16, 2025

I Tried Reflexology For My Gut Issues — and It Worked

Magnesium citrate supplements.

6 Foods To Help You Poop, According to Gut Health Experts

Nov 25, 2024

6 Foods To Help You Poop, According to Gut Health Experts

If you're constipated, chances are you know the uncomfortable struggle of sitting on the toilet for hours, straining your muscles to pass poop and experiencing abdominal pain.

What to Know About E. Coli Outbreaks, According to an MD

Nov 21, 2024

What to Know About E. Coli Outbreaks, According to an MD

E. coli outbreaks are fairly common, with an estimated 265,000 illnesses and 100 deaths each year in the US.

6 Smoothies For Constipation That Get an RD's Stamp of Approval

Oct 8, 2024

6 Smoothies For Constipation That Get an RD's Stamp of Approval

Dealing with a bout of constipation is never fun, but thankfully, there are solutions to this problem that can be easily found in your kitchen.

Yes, Gas Can Cause Chest Pain — Here's What You Need to Know

Sep 26, 2024

Yes, Gas Can Cause Chest Pain — Here's What You Need to Know

A burp is a common sign that you're, well, experiencing some gas.

How to Stop Stomach Growling, With Tips From an RD

Sep 19, 2024

How to Stop Stomach Growling, With Tips From an RD

Why do our stomachs always seem to make the most noise in the quietest rooms?

What Are Probiotics? Plus, How to Get More of the Good Bacteria

Sep 4, 2024

What Are Probiotics? Plus, How to Get More of the Good Bacteria

If you're just now grasping how important your gut is is for your overall health, you're not alone.

Are "Standing Jeans" Bad For Your Stomach? A Gut Specialist Weighs In

Aug 20, 2024

Are "Standing Jeans" Bad For Your Stomach? A Gut Specialist Weighs In

Do you own a pair of "standing jeans?" You know — the kind of jeans that are so stiff and tight, you only wear them when you're certain you'll be standing the entire night?

Bloating After Exercise? Here Are 6 Possible Culprits

Aug 16, 2024

Bloating After Exercise? Here Are 6 Possible Culprits

Have you ever felt or looked bloated after a workout and wondered why?

6 Signs Your Probiotics Are Actually Working, According to MDs

Aug 12, 2024

6 Signs Your Probiotics Are Actually Working, According to MDs

Probiotics — nicknamed "good" or "helpful" bacteria by health professionals — are live bacteria and yeasts that help keep your gut healthy and improve digestion.

Why Running Makes You Poop, According to a GI Doctor

Jun 14, 2024

Why Running Makes You Poop, According to a GI Doctor

If you've ever been midway through a run and experienced that urgent, need-a-bathroom-right-now feeling in the pit of your stomach, you're not alone.