Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that includes a group of unpleasant symptoms that may occur often but do not cause damage to the intestines. The three types of IBS are grouped by the main bowel problem experienced: IBS-D (diarrhea) IBS-C (constipation) IBS-M (mixed), also called IBS-A (alternating) […]
Nutrition and Health
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory bowel diseases are conditions that cause inflammation in the digestive tract. The two main types are: Crohn’s disease – commonly affects the small intestine and can cause scarring and narrowing. Ulcerative colitis – typically causes sores in the colon and rectum. Inflammatory bowel diseases can lead to: Abdominal pain […]
Holiday Food Safety with Food Allergies
The holidays can be a challenging time for those with food allergies, an estimated 4% of adults and 8% of children in the U.S. Here are 9 tips to help navigate safely through the season. If you are hosting a holiday event, check with your guests about allergies before planning […]
