Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

kymom | January 22, 2012

Digesting and absorbing food is the main purpose of our gastrointestinal tract.  For this to happen like it should, food must be ground, mixed and then transported through the intestines.  It is here that is is digested and absorbed.  Any unabsorbed food is then eliminated from the body.

Bloating and Gas: Natural Cure

kymom | January 19, 2012

When I get home in the afternoon (or maybe the early evening), I am usually starving and may stop at the kitchen to eat before I even change my clothes!  But soon after my appetite is finally satisfied, I begin having uncomfortable bloating and gas that makes me feel like the Good Year Blimp.  What [...]

Need Constipation Relief? Try A Colon Cleanse

kymom | December 22, 2011

If your bowels are not moving properly, you are probably suffering from occasional bouts of constipation.  Using a good colon cleanser is becoming the number one choice for those who suffer from minor constipation.

Finding Treatment for Chronic Constipation

kymom | December 1, 2011

Chronic constipation is a condition of long term decrease in quantity and frequency of bowel movement, including difficulty in passing bowel movements. Constipation can afflict most people at some time, but it is rarely disabling or life threatening. Chronic constipation can be caused by different factors including colon cancer and [...]

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

kymom | November 25, 2011

IBS is an acronym for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. IBS is a disorder of the large intestine. Though it is not a life threatening disease, it can certainly cause a major disruption to the lives of the people who suffer from it. The earlier you get help for IBS, the better control you will have over [...]

Heartburn and Constipation

kymom | November 19, 2011

Just because you do not experience bodily discomforts such as heartburn, gas and constipation, you do not necessarily have a healthy digestive system.  If what you eat does not digest properly, cells are deprived of essential nutrients.  When our cells don’t get these nutrients, they are unable to grow, repair tissue and generate energy.

Treatments For Constipation

kymom | October 19, 2011

When you ignore signals from your body that something is wrong, you lose the ability to recognize when it is time to move your bowels.  Constipation is the result.

Simple Cures for Stomach Bloating

kymom | October 13, 2011

We have all been bloated at one time or another in our lives. It is an uncomfortable feeling and is just downright annoying!  Good news….it is possible to cure stomach bloating. 

Relief for Constipation — Natural Remedies

kymom | September 24, 2011

People who suffer from constipation find it difficult to move their bowels. Their stools are often hard and dry. Constipation may be accompanied by stomach pain, bloating, cramps and nausea. The problem is often caused by poor diet and lack of exercise. Oftentimes, a change in diet and lifestyle can bring [...]

Constipation Remedies — How to Prevent Constipation

kymom | September 15, 2011

Young or old, constipation spares no one. It is one of the most common digestive disorders and is characterized by the inability to defecate on a regular basis. Stool is hard to pass because it is hard and dry. Chronic constipation can cause headaches, bad breath, stomach pains, bloating and uneasiness. You can avoid these [...]