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Senna
The dangers of Senna (including the potential for abdominal cramping, diarrhea, severe allergic reactions, and even constipation) negate any beneficial reasons for taking it. The effects of herbal supplements have been well documented but not always well publicized. Learn more about this potentially harmful herbal remedy for constipation and a safe alternative as well.
Viral Gastroenteritis
Anyone can get viral gastroenteritis and most people recover without any complications. However, viral gastroenteritis can be serious for people who cannot drink enough fluids to replace what is lost through vomiting and diarrhea, especially infants, young children, the elderly, and people with weak immune systems. Complications from vomiting also can occur, even in healthy people.
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
Many people have small pouches in their colons that bulge outward through weak spots, like an inner tube poking through weak places in a tire. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. Pouches (plural) are called diverticula. The condition of having diverticula is called diverticulosis. About 10 percent of Americans over the age 40 and half of all people over age 60 have diverticulosis. Diverticulitis is more severe as it is accompanied by abdominal pain.
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Diverticulosis
Diverticulosis is a specific condition of the digestive system wherein small pockets or lesions form on the intestinal wall. Learn about the symptoms and how to help prevent this problem with a high fiber diet.
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High Fiber Foods
Fiber offers many nutritional benefits for one’s health such as helping your bowels to function properly, regulating weight, and providing relief for a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms. Check out our recommendations for adding high fiber foods to your diet plus learn about the function of the colon, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, diverticulosis, colon polyps, and colon cleansing supplements.
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