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Most people with IBS better gluten-free
Posted on Mon, 8 Aug 16

Most people with IBS better gluten-free

Up to 71% of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) respond well to a gluten-free diet, and those with a special genotype benefit even more.

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Zinc deficiency reduces digestive enzymes
Posted on Tue, 19 Jul 16

Zinc deficiency reduces digestive enzymes

Despite being relatively common, little is known about the health effects of marginal zinc deficiency. A new report suggests it could impair normal digestion.

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Aloe vera as effective as medication for reflux
Posted on Wed, 18 May 16

Aloe vera as effective as medication for reflux

Despite their effectiveness acid-blocking drugs are linked to serious side-effects. Luckily, a long held traditional remedy is safer and has been shown to work just as well.

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Sugar linked to gut bacteria overgrowth
Posted on Mon, 1 Feb 16

Sugar linked to gut bacteria overgrowth

A diet high in added sugars, refined carbohydrates and low in fiber has been linked to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a condition associated with abdominal pain and thought to play a role in the development of a diverse range of illness beyond the digestive system.

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Date fruit improve gut health and reduce toxicity
Posted on Wed, 25 Nov 15

Date fruit improve gut health and reduce toxicity

Palm date fruits are rich in phytonutrients and soluble fibre and new clinical research suggests they can quickly improve your digestive health.

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Vegetables are alive with bacteria
Posted on Tue, 27 Oct 15

Vegetables are alive with bacteria

Plants are bustling with billions of bacteria, and while historically we thought of these microbes being linked to food poisoning; that view is changing and they may actually be good for you.

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