Diverticula are outpouchings or sac-like protrusions that occur along the digestive tract anywhere from esophagus to colon. We are usually not born with them, but tend to acquire them as we grow older. They are common in the Western World, especially in large intestines. By age 60, half the US population will have had at least one, if not a dozen diverticula. They are less commonly seen in […]
The Paleo Diet, also known as the Caveman Diet, is one of the most popular diets in the world today. It emulates the diet of our stone age ancestors who would eat mostly foods they could hunt and gather such as fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, and eggs. Keeping in mind the Paleolithic era was prior […]
If you tend to have pain in the mid or right upper abdomen along with excessive burping and gas production that occurs particularly after a fatty meal, it could be a sign that you have a problem with your gallbladder. Gallstones are hardened deposits that are found in the gallbladder. They are formed due to […]
Pregnancy can be a wonderful journey as your body nurtures new life. People complement you on the healthy glow that radiates from within. Once your bundle of joy has been delivered, you may be looking forward to the next stages of motherhood. Unfortunately, some women may come across an unexpected bump in the road as […]
Maintaining an active lifestyle, eating a balanced diet, and taking nutritional supplements are some of the ways by which you can optimize your health and modify risk factors for disease. If you take vitamin supplements, knowing exactly which vitamins to take can be challenging. After all, consuming the wrong supplements or unrequired vitamins in large […]
