Psyllium Fiber May Relieve Chronic Constipation
If you are constipated, dietary fiber and fluid intake may help. For those who suffer from chronic constipation, fiber supplements may be necessary. A...
Red Meat Associated with Increased CVD Risk Through the Gut Microbiome
A recent study by Tufts researchers and colleagues looked at the dietary habits of nearly 4,000 participants aged 65 and older and measured the...
Your Amazing Digestive System
“It’s remarkable what happens to food after you’ve swallowed it,” says Andrew Plaut, MD, gastroenterologist at Tufts Medical Center and author of Know Your...
Q. I’ve heard drinking cranberry juice can help prevent and treat urinary tract infections....
A. Diane L. McKay, PhD, assistant professor at Tufts University School of Medicine, answers: “Cranberries are a good source of proanthocyanidins (PACs), plant compounds...
Taming Belly Bloat
For many of us, gas and bloating can be uncomfortable, unsightly, and sometimes embarrassing. Fortunately, there are steps you can take. While underlying medical...
Handling Your Heartburn
It’s a safe bet that antacids have a permanent place in your medicine cabinet. That’s because more than 60 million Americans experience heartburn, also...
Q. What is leaky gut and how can I prevent or treat it?
A. Alicia Romano, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC, specialized ambulatory and nutrition support dietitian at the Frances Stern Nutrition Center, answers: “The intestinal lining is...
Why Does Sugar-Free Gum Cause Gas and Bloating?
Why do I get gas and bloating from sugar-free gum?
Eating Increases Feel-Good Hormones
Eating leads to widespread opioid release in the brain, which signals feelings of satiety (fullness) and pleasure, according to a study in the Journal of Neuroscience.
Debunking 6 Probiotic Myths
Some people use supplements and fermented foods containing probiotics-beneficial bacteria and yeasts-in an effort to improve health. But, is there good science behind them? Probiotic experts help clear up six common myths.