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Apple Cider Vinegar for Digestive Health

Until I found out how well organic apple cider vinegar worked for a variety of ailments, I was the type of person who had over-the-counter and herbal remedies for just about everything. Due to the stress of being a single parent and lifestyle factors, I’ve always suffered with digestive problems and had probably spent thousands of dollars over the years on antacids, and various natural supplements. They’d help a bit, but nothing actually did the trick. Although I’ve been on a tight budget since my divorce, I decided to change my diet. Searching online I found a wealth of information, … Continue reading →

What Is IBS?

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You may know someone who suffers from IBS — Irritable Bowel Syndrome. You may not know what it means to have IBS. If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, you probably experience abdominal discomfort or even pain, often in the lower abdomen, but the location and intensity may change. You also experience a change in bowel habit, and may frequently experience constipation or diarrhea — or both in turn. Many people who suffer from IBS can also experience fatigue, muscle pain, headache, lower back pain, and sleep problems. As many as half of all IBS sufferers may also experience heartburn, … Continue reading →

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

I’m pretty sure my dogs would choose a steak or chicken over a salad. But from time to time, I’ll catch them “grazing” in the back yard. I’ve heard the theory that dogs eat grass in order to make themselves throw up. But that is kind of oversimplified. A better message to spread around would be this: dogs eat grass (and other plants) in order to aid their digestion. In the wild, canine cousins catch and eat their prey. That includes whatever plant material may be in the herbivores’ digestive systems. The partially digested plant material helps canines digest the … Continue reading →

Do I Have… Lactose Intolerance

Lactose intolerance is a fairly common digestive problem – between thirty and fifty million Americans may suffer from lactose intolerance! If you are lactose intolerant, it means you have trouble digesting lactose, a sugar that is present in milk and other dairy products. Your body may lack the enzyme lactase, which breaks down these milk sugars. Your body will complain pretty loudly if you are lactose intolerant. Some symptoms: Nausea Cramps Bloating Gas Diarrhea The symptoms may appear as little as 30 minutes after eating or drinking foods that contain lactose, which is the predominant sugar in milk and many … Continue reading →