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Gut Health
Dealing with ulcerative colitis? Doctor shares tips to help manage symptoms.
Gastroenterologist Dr. David Hudesman shares tips and advice on daily dietary habits for people to moderate ulcerative colitis symptoms.
How to manage ulcerative colitis and improve your gut health
Gastroenterologist Dr. George Nikias explains the common causes, symptoms and treatments for ulcerative colitis, one of the most common inflammatory bowel diseases.
Apple cider vinegar is a longtime wellness trend. But how helpful is it?
Apple cider vinegar is a longtime wellness trend, but how helpful is it for gut and skin health? We asked experts what to know before you try it.
Your sleep schedule may be upsetting your stomach
It's not just a tummy ache that can keep you up at night — experts say your sleep schedule and gut microbiome have a relationship we're gaining a better understanding of.
Chocolate for gut health? An expert shares what makes your gut happy.
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This Is Your Brain on Food," shares elements to include in your diet for boosting both physical and mental health.
What health experts say about your gut-skin connection
Experts say our gut microbiome also plays a role in our skin health, from influencing certain conditions and diseases to affecting wound healing.
How to avoid "traveler's tummy" on your next vacation
Bathroom trouble is the last thing you want to worry about when traveling. Here's how to avoid "traveler's tummy," from diarrhea to constipation, with tips from gut health experts.
What to know about "leaky gut syndrome," from symptoms to treatments
If you've ever been on #GutTok, the popular corner of TikTok dedicated to gut health, chances are you've heard people talk about "leaky gut syndrome." Here's what to know.
How #GutTok helped take the taboo out of gut health
The hashtag #GutTok has more than 983 million views on TikTok, and related hashtags like #HotGirlsHaveStomachProblems and #HotGirlStomachIssues hit millions more.
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