When Was Your Last Colon Cancer Screening? Cancer that begins in the rectum or the colon is called colorectal cancer, or colon cancer for short. It affects all ethnic and racial types equally, but it is most common in people over the age of 50. It’s the third most common cancer in both men and women and the second leading cause of cancer deaths[...]
Regularity: Just Enough of a Good Thing? If you’re dealing with digestive issues, it sometimes can seem that you’re walking a tightrope between not enough bowel regularity and too much regularity. If you’re experiencing the uncomfortable feeling of constipation, you can take medication or supplement your[...]
Why Gluten May Be Making You Sick Gluten is a protein naturally found in wheat, barley and rye. It’s a main ingredient in breads and pastas, but it’s also found in a wide range of other products. Sensitivity to gluten, known as gluten intolerance, is a condition that affects about one in 20 people in the United States[...]
It’s spring and exercise buffs are running through Central Park, hiking its trails and cycling its edges. Even though you didn’t see as many of them during the winter, rest assured they were there. Healthy people don’t take time off. They practice good health every day. It’s a part of their routine.[...]