Digestive health

Was it something you ate? Our digestive health news experts share tips and trends to keep your belly on track — from navigating your first colonoscopy to safely preparing and storing food.

Do you feel it in your gut?

When you‘re experiencing GI issues — bloating, diarrhea, constipation — you have to understand what’s causing it before you can know how to treat it.

Specialized surgery helps patient enjoy food again

A minimally invasive procedure relieved Jim Stevenson’s discomfort during swallowing, which was caused by a condition known as achalasia.

The ins and outs of an anti-inflammatory diet

Too much inflammation in the body can cause problems in various organs. An anti-inflammatory diet might help.

Colon cancer in young people rises, age for screening drops

More people in their 20s are being diagnosed with colon cancer than ever before.

Can pancreatitis become pancreatic cancer?

Pancreatitis can be the first sign of pancreatic cancer, and any episode should be taken seriously.

Is it gluten intolerance, celiac disease or something else?

Dr. Arthur Yan unpacks the differences between gluten intolerance, gluten allergy and celiac disease.

What you need to know before a colonoscopy

It may seem intimidating, but a colonoscopy can save your life.

Say ‘no’ to norovirus

It’s nasty and highly contagious; here’s what you need to know about “stomach flu.”

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