Gallstones are hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder and can block the ducts that carry bile from the liver and gallbladder to the small intestine. When gallstones block the bile ducts, the backup of b
Also called gluten-sensitive enteropathy, celiac disease is a condition in which the body responds to a structural protein called gluten with an inappropriate immune response. This can cause inflammation and damage in the small intestine, which may lead to poor nutrient absorption, which impacts the...
As I started to heal and slow down, I became aware of how my unhealed trauma had been the root cause of some serious physical conditions, such as chronic stress, severe TMJ, adrenal fatigue and, worst of all, gut inflammation. I finally began to pay attention to digestive issues that had...
Ulcerative colitis is often treated with medications. The medication used will depend on how severe it is. These drugs work by reducing inflammation in the large intestine. For mild cases, your doctor may prescribe: Aminosalicylates. These are the type of drug most often used for mild to moder...
Steroids to ease inflammation. You'll take them for as short a time as possible, since they can have serious side effects. Other drugs that fight inflammation. Your doctor may call them 5-ASAs. Antibiotics to prevent or treat infections or fistulas, which are breaks in your intestinal wall....
Before we discuss how to deal with symptoms of diverticulitis, let’s take a closer look at this relatively common diverticular disease. Read more about intestinal health What is diverticulitis? Diverticulitis is an inflammation of the pouches called diverticula that can form in the large intestine....
So I decided to treat myself with natural antifungals, such as curcumin with piperine in low dose and decided to try different oligosaccharide prebiotics. The effect was astounding. I could see on the continuous glucose monitor that my sugar would go up after a meal and sit there unless I ...
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO): When bacteria travel to your small intestine, the increased gas production and gas pressure seen in SIBO may create feelings of bloating and stomach distension [1]. Gut dysbiosis: When the balance of bacteria in your gut is altered, inflammation increa...
Well, there's no scientific research to back it up, but try it for yourself and should notice an immediate improvement in your digestive system - many people claim it helps to flush out toxins in the small intestine. Schedule in a deep clean with a professional ...
During this process, it’s a good idea to keep a food journal so that you can seamlessly treat any future flare ups and be prepared for them. Stage One As soon as you feel symptoms, you need to begin a liquid-only diet to help flush out the diverticula and reduce inflammation so that...