stomach

Stomach Pain

January 17th, 2012 · 1:34 PM

I am 39 yrs old and female. For about a week I have been having pain in my stomach directly below my sternum and sometimes I have pain in my chest. It feels like it would be an ulcer, even though Ive never had one before, but it doesnt really seem to help if [...]

Leaky Gut

September 7th, 2011 · 1:36 PM

What can you tell me about leaky gut and how to cure it?
“Leaky gut” is a descriptive term about the anatomy and function of the intestinal tract.
The cells in the intestinal tract have tight junctions between them that do not permit large particles to cross the wall. Food needs to be broken down by the [...]

Healing an Inflamed Stomach (Gastritis)

July 5th, 2010 · 7:06 AM

I have just been treated with Amoxicillin, Flagy, and Prilosec for gastritis. At the same time I took (as directed) 2 iron pills a day. After suffering for 3 months I realized that the iron pills were continuing the gastritis and not allowing it to heal. I quit the iron [...]

Diet for Multiple Health Challenges

May 26th, 2010 · 9:04 AM

I have diabetic gastroparesis and other digestive problems. What do you suggest I eat? My doctor has suggested two different diets, a low fiber diet and a high fiber diet. Low fiber for the gastroparesis and the high fiber for my other digestive problem. I also have asthma,high blood pressure, arthritis [...]

Stomach and Bone Challenges

May 19th, 2010 · 9:46 AM

I have had a gastrectomy and osteoporosis. I have been prescribed Fosamax, but I refuse to take it. What else can I do?
You have no stomach, so your food will not be churned, nor will it be exposed to high acid, which is needed for some foods to be broken down, especially [...]