How to talk to your doctor about bloating, step by step
A short appointment goes further when you know what to say. Seven steps for describing bloating clearly, so your doctor can find the right...
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Straight answers about bloating, digestion and the gut after 40.
A gentle low-residue menu for the day before your colonoscopy
The day before a colonoscopy doesn't always have to be broth and gelatin. Two simple low-residue recipes, a clear-liquid plan and what the research...
Stress or something else? A checklist before you blame your nerves
Stress can upset your gut, which makes it an easy explanation for everything. Run through this checklist before you chalk symptoms up to nerves.
Before you start a fiber supplement: a safety checklist
A few checks before your first dose of fiber can save weeks of discomfort. Red flags, medications, allergies, dosing and when to stop, in...
What is exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, and who should get tested?
When the pancreas doesn't make enough digestive enzymes, symptoms can look like everyday bloating. Here are the signs, risk factors, tests and treatment.
A day on a GLP-1 medication: a routine for a calmer stomach
Nausea, constipation and early fullness are common on GLP-1 medications, especially after dose increases. A realistic daily routine, and when to call your doctor.
Diverticulosis and diverticulitis: 6 myths vs. facts
You probably don't need to give up popcorn. Six common myths about diverticular disease, and what guidelines and long-term studies actually show.
Underactive vs. overactive thyroid: how each affects digestion
A slow thyroid tends to slow the gut, and an overactive one speeds it up. A side-by-side look at digestive symptoms, the celiac link...
SIBO testing and treatment: what the research really shows
SIBO is diagnosed more often than ever, but the science behind testing is shakier than many people realize. What studies show about breath tests...
Are probiotics safe? Answers to common safety questions
For most healthy adults, probiotics have a reassuring safety record. But there are important exceptions. Straight answers on side effects, risks and who should...
How to keep a bloating log that actually shows patterns
Memory tends to exaggerate gut symptoms. Here's a step-by-step way to track bloating, food and bowel habits so real patterns show up.
Iron pills, low iron and your gut: questions answered
Why iron pills upset the stomach, whether every-other-day dosing helps, and why low iron after 40 can lead your doctor to take a closer...