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I got tested for the BRCA gene mutation while I was pregnant. With my family history, I knew I wanted a double mastectomy regardless of the results.
In this excerpt from "Nearly Departed," Gila Pfeffer describes getting tested for the BRCA gene mut…
Gila Pfeffer
5 ways to help move your bowels if you're chronically constipated
You could be constipated because of stress, not drinking enough water, and a lack of fiber — here's…
Erin Heger,Jason McKnight
Telling signs that you're lactose intolerant and tasty dairy-free substitutes to combat gas and bloat
Living with lactose intolerance doesn't have to be uncomfortable. You can still enjoy creamy treats…
Carla Delgado,David Seres
How to tell if you have gastritis and what to do about it
You can treat gastritis with natural remedies like avoiding alcohol and triggering foods, but there…
Erin Heger,Jason McKnight
7 reasons your stomach aches and how to treat it effectively
Stomach aches are common and have numerous causes ranging from gas to inflammatory bowel disease. T…
Adam Barnes,Jason R. McKnight
A woman who pooped her pants halfway through a marathon and ran with it in her shorts until she crossed the finish line achieved a personal record
"I don't know if it's possible to poop while running, but I will try," Tamara Torlakson thought. Sh…
Anna Medaris Miller
How to start a low residue diet to improve gut health
Unlike other diets, the low-residue diet isn't designed to help you lose weight, but to help you he…
Madeline Kennedy,Samantha Cas…
What is a low FODMAP diet? The elimination diet that helps treat bloating, diarrhea, and other GI issues
A low FODMAP diet is an elimination diet for people with GI discomfort and should be done under the…
Jennifer Larson,Katie Walsh,M…
6 easy-to-digest foods for when you have stomach issues
When you have the stomach flu or flare-ups of conditions like IBS, then you should stick to low fib…
Madeline Kennedy,Samantha Cas…
Feeling nauseous after eating? 7 possible causes and tips to prevent post-meal queasiness
Nausea after eating is caused by many conditions from stress to pregnancy. Here's how to find out w…
Sarah Fielding,Jason R. McKni…
6 reasons why you have so much gas — from foods you eat to bacterial imbalances
Bloating and gas could be a result of conditions like small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), …
Erin Heger,Jason McKnight
How long it takes to digest your food and 5 tips to improve the process
How long it takes to digest your food depends on your age, gender, and diet, but in general will ta…
Sarah Fielding,Jason R. McKni…
We tried the new Blue Zones frozen meals. They're delicious, healthy, and easy — but we won't rush back to buy them again.
New frozen meals bring the Blue Zones longevity diet to your freezer. We thought the food was a del…
Hilary Brueck,Gabby Landsverk
Which specialist you should see for gut and other GI issues
Gastrointestinal discomfort can be due to a number of different issues, so it's important to see a …
Rachael Schultz,Jason R. McKn…
7 effective ways to improve gut health, according to registered dietitians
Your gut health plays a key role in your mental and physical well-being so it's important to keep a…
Adam Barnes,Kailey Proctor
7 foods and drinks that can relieve constipation, according to nutritionists
To relieve constipation, eat high fiber-foods like prunes, whole grains, beans, and peas. But make …
Ava English,Samantha Cassetty
6 natural and medical remedies for food poisoning
Food poisoning is usually mild and should pass in 48 hours as long as you manage your symptoms by s…
Kelly Burch,Jason R. McKnight
7 simple home remedies to help battle bloating
Home remedies for bloating mainly involve eating and avoiding certain foods. For example, cutting b…
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira
Stomach flu: 14 foods and drinks that are safe to consume and won't upset your digestion
Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) can make it difficult to eat or drink, but simple items like ba…
Rebecca Strong
The best foods to eat when you have diarrhea — and which foods you should definitely avoid
When you have diarrhea, you should eat foods like clear broth, bananas, applesauce, toast, and othe…