How to get rid of trapped gas
Gas trapped in the intestines can be incredibly uncomfortable. It may cause sharp pain, cramping, swelling, tightness, and even bloating. Most people pass gas between 13 and 21 times a day. When gas is blocked from escaping, diarrhea or constipation may be responsible. Gas pain can…
Read MoreAlcohol may be less harmful for people over 50
A recent study examines the health impact of consuming alcohol at different ages. The authors conclude that, for people over the age of 50, the health risks may be less severe. Heavy drinking is linked to a range of serious…
Read MoreCan fasting help fight cancer?
Fasting may help with cancer treatment. There is a growing body of evidence supporting the role of fasting in both cancer treatment and prevention. Some research suggests that fasting helps fight cancer by lowering insulin resistance and levels of inflammation. Fasting may also reverse the…
Read MoreWhat are the top healthful foods?
There are numerous diets that promote weight loss, sometimes in an unhealthy way. Fad crash dieting, for instance, is potentially dangerous. At the same time, in America, we eat an estimated 100 acres of pizza each day. Understanding which foods are healthful…
Read MoreCancer: Virus fuels immune system to attack brain tumors
A major new study reveals that it is possible to get a therapeutic virus to target aggressive brain tumors by injecting it into the bloodstream. Researchers at the University of Leeds and the Institute of Cancer Research in London, both…
Read MoreWhat you need to know about Sjogren’s syndrome
Sjogren’s is a chronic disorder of the immune system. It is an autoimmune condition, meaning that healthy tissues and cells are mistakenly attacked by the immune system. It happens when white blood cells infiltrate saliva glands, tear glands, and other…
Read MoreTypes, symptoms, and treatment of a brain tumor
A brain tumor is a mass or growth of abnormal cells in the brain or spinal cord. Many brain tumors are able to disrupt the function of the brain. Others, however, are less harmful. Brain tumors are either malignant (harmful)…
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