The Health Benefits of Artichoke
Over the last decade, it has become increasingly evident that artichoke has numerous health benefits, including its ability to aid the digestive system. Artichoke, botanical name Cynara scolymus,...
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Editorial - Gut Health
Quenching Heartburn
Heartburn is a common problem which will affect most people at some point during their lives. Home remedies are frequently advertised that promise to quench heartburn quickly however many of thes...
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What is Diverticular Disease?
What is diverticular disease? Diverticular disease affects nearly ten percent of the population over the age of 40 and nearly 50 percent of the population over 60 years of age. Diverticular disease is...
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A Probiotic To Prevent Traveller’s Diarrhoea
Many people travelling abroad take a probiotic with them in order to prevent traveller’s diarrhoea. When people travel abroad, especially to developing countries, the risk of becoming ill i...
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Most Of Us Have Intestinal Parasites
What are intestinal parasites? Intestinal parasites are usually microscopic organisms that invade the gastrointestinal tract in humans where they live alongside a host of other good and bad bacte...
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Drug-Free Relief From Heartburn
It is estimated that 40% of the adult population suffer from heartburn. Drugs are often prescribed for sufferers from recurring heartburn and these are not without side effects. In fact many of these...
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