Crohn’s disease and inflammatory bowel disease

Named after Dr. Burrill Bernard Crohn, the physician who first described the condition in 1932, Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disorder - a broad title used to describe any condition which involves the intestines becoming swollen, inflamed and ulcerated. Ulcerative colitis is another example of an Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Crohn's, in particular, is... Continue Reading →

Bloated?

Most people, especially women, recognise that uncomfortable feeling when their stomach suddenly swells up like a balloon, often accompanied by stomach pain and wind. This may be triggered by eating the wrong kinds of food, stress or a number of other factors. Stomach bloating is actually a very common condition, which affects around 1 in... Continue Reading →

Bad breath?

I think that most of us have experienced bad breath at some point in our lives, even if only as a first thing in the morning. However, when it becomes a lingering problem, it can cause embarrassment and have a negative impact on a person's quality of life when it comes to work interaction or... Continue Reading →

Antibiotics vs Gut

Good health begins with balance in the body. Did you know that there are twenty times more bacteria than living cells inside our bodies? Having the right kinds of bacteria (often "friendly bacteria"), in appropriate quantities, is essential for virtually everything from healthy digestion and nutrient absorption, to immunity and defence against infections. It's no... Continue Reading →

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