
Bad Breath
Do you fear your breath is strong enough to scare small children? You might be mistaken. People are notoriously inept at assessing the odor of
Do you fear your breath is strong enough to scare small children? You might be mistaken. People are notoriously inept at assessing the odor of
What is anorexia nervosa? Anorexia nervosa, or simply anorexia, is a psychiatric and physical illness in which the sufferer basically starves herself. Clinically, a person
What is constipation? If you’ve ever exchanged tips about eating prunes or drinking lots of water to stay regular, then you’ve probably had personal experience
The gallbladder often seems more trouble than it’s worth. This small storage pouch plays a minor role in the body, but it’s a major source
What is celiac disease? Just about everybody loves the smell of freshly baked whole-wheat bread, but not everyone can afford to take a bite. For
What is gastritis? Many people — including some doctors — use “gastritis” as a fancy word for stomachache, but the term really means “inflammation of
Walk into a crowded bus station or supermarket, and there’s bound to be somebody who has had a colostomy. The thing is, you probably won’t
Travelers to Mexico call it “Montezuma’s revenge,” while Mexicans call it “turista” (tourist). It undoubtedly goes by other names in Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle
Many people think the day isn’t complete without a bowel movement, a notion that leads to a lot of unnecessary worrying. Elderly people, who are