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A 27-year-old thought he was losing weight and ached because of his new CrossFit regime. He had colon cancer.
JJ Singleton thought was losing weight because of his new diet and exercise regime. He had stage tw…
Serafina Kenny
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A man went to hospital with stomach pain. He died eight hours later after doctors found a huge fish bone had pierced his guts.
When the man arrived at the hospital, he was confused, had a fever, and his vital signs suggested t…
Dr. Catherine Schuster-Bruce
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Psyllium husk — a cheap fiber supplement that aids weight loss, curbs cravings, and eases indigestion — is booming in the wellness world. Here's how it works.
Psyllium husk is a cheap fiber supplement with health benefits including aiding weight loss, improv…
Kate Hull
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We wouldn't have Ozempic without Gila monsters their hunger-regulating venom inspired weight-loss drugs
Ozempic was created thanks to research on Gila monsters, the only venomous lizard in the US. Their …
Hilary Brueck
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Covid linked to irritable bowel syndrome says global study
Covid-19 is associated with an increased risk of developing long-term gastrointestinal disorders, i…
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Bruce Springsteen has been forced to postpone his September concerts due to treatment for peptic ulcer disease
Bruce Springsteen's concerts in North America have been postponed after the singer fell ill from pe…
Ayomikun Adekaiyero
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A gluten-free travel influencer said she had the 'worst flight' of her life after accidentally eating a croissant with gluten in it
TikToker Chloe Chapdelaine, who says she has celiac disease, ate a croissant in her gluten-free Emi…
Julie Gerstein,Mia de Graaf
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Sicily's 'last godfather' said he followed 'an old Jewish saying' to avoid capture for 30 years, report says
Matteo Messina Denaro, a mafia boss, hid in plain sight in a Sicilian town while on the run for 30 …
Rebecca Rommen
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How to treat and prevent dumping syndrome, a common and sometimes serious side effect of bariatric surgery
Eating foods high in sugar or simple carbs after bariatric surgery may lead to dumping syndrome, wh…
Adam Barnes
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7 reasons why you fart more than the average person, according to gut-health experts
It's normal to pass gas about 14-23 times a day — but if you find that you fart much more than this…
Ashley Laderer,Jason R. McKni…
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COVID infections left thousands of people with acid reflux, chronic constipation, and other stomach issues, scientists say
Many people who contracted COVID-19 in 2020 went on to experience chronic constipation and acid ref…
Andrea Michelson
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Indian foods to beat bloating: Kitchen remedies for a happier tummy
Bloating is a common digestive issue that can leave us feeling uncomfortable and sluggish. It occur…
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Tiny plastic shards are tearing through the digestive tracts of wild birds and causing permanent scarring
Scientists have discovered that wild birds have been consuming an inordinate amount of plastics, bi…
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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
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What floating poop could tell you about your health — from diet to diseases, according to gastroenterologists
If you notice that your stool always floats in the toilet, it could be a sign that your body isn't …
Madeline Kennedy,Jason McKnig…
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I'm a doctor who lost 25 pounds on Ozempic — then quit. Here's what happened after I stopped taking it.
What happens when you stop taking Ozempic? A doctor who quit the weight loss drug two months ago re…
Hilary Brueck
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6 reasons your poop smells so awful, from antibiotics to celiac disease
Yes, poop stinks — but food intolerances, excess sulfur in your diet, and difficulty absorbing nutr…
Cassandra Miasnikov,Jason McK…
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7 concerning symptoms that show your stomach pain shouldn't be ignored, according to gut health experts
It's not uncommon to feel occasional stomach discomfort, but it can also indicate severe conditions…
Erin Heger,Jason McKnight
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If snacking on fruit gives you bloating, gas, and stomach pain, you might have fructose intolerance
Fruit is often part of a balanced diet — but if certain fruits and veggies cause nausea, gas, or di…
Brooke Helton,Kailey Proctor
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4 ways to reduce bloating and gas, according to experts
Cutting back on highly fermentable foods like broccoli, eating slowly, and proper hydration can hel…