Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori)

Written on February 6th, 2011 by Keesha Ewers in Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Diet and Nutrition, Digestion, GERD, Gut Dysbiosis, H. Pylori, Stress, Ulcers

What Is H. Pylori? H. pylori is a bacterium that infects the human stomach and duodenum (upper part of the small intestine). It is one of the most common infections found in humans worldwide. H.pylori can resist the acidic environment and cause inflammation in the stomach and duodenum. It is strongly linked to the development [...]

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Written on February 6th, 2011 by Keesha Ewers in Colon Hydrotherapy, Diet and Nutrition, Digestion, Digestive Enzymes, General Health, GERD, Gut Dysbiosis, Stress

What is GERD? GERD occurs when stomach contents, which normally move down through the digestive system, flow back into the esophagus (the tube that carries food between the throat and stomach). The most common symptom of GERD is frequent heartburn, although other symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, indigestion and coughing may also occur. All of [...]

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