What is Bacterial Overgrowth and How Do You Combat it?
Bloating, discomfort and digestive issues are all too common. However, when these symptoms become persistent, they may point to a more serious underlying problem, like bacterial overgrowth. Bacterial overgrowth, particularly small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is when an excessive amount of bacteria accumulate in the small intestine. This imbalance can cause a variety of digestive issues,… Continue reading What is Bacterial Overgrowth and How Do You Combat it?
Sore or Dizzy? See the Sneaky Symptoms of Lung Problems You Shouldn’t Ignore
A severe cough, wheezing and shortness of breath are the main symptoms that would likely prompt a visit to your doctor’s office to rule out lung conditions. But there are some less obvious symptoms of lung problems that are also important to be aware of—especially since they may at first seem unrelated. Here, doctors explain ...
Can Drinking Carbonated Water Lower Bone Density? A Doctor Separates Fact From Fiction
Some risk factors for osteoporosis or weak and brittle bones are not preventable—genetics, hormone changes during menopause and aging, to name a few. We can try to limit falls, injuries, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, which negatively impact bone health. But what about the debate on how drinking carbonated water might affect bone density? Is ...
Should You Take Aspirin Daily?
Low-dose aspirin therapy is often used for pain relief, but it can also help prevent heart attack and stroke. Learn about the benefits of an aspirin regimen for heart health, the risks of taking aspirin daily, and the amount of daily aspirin intake that qualifies as low dose.