Disorders of the digestive system are common throughout life. Learn about those that are of greatest significance as we mature.

Bloating and Gas; Not Funny
Although flatulence has been used as a joke-maker especially with the younger set, those of us who have experienced problems with excess gas know it isn’t funny at all. Learn here about tips made by researchers for dealing with intestinal gas.

Constipation and its Causes
Constipation is a very common, and quite annoying condition. Fortunately, its cause is usually treatable.

Fighting Pigging Out
Over-indulging at holiday time isn’t the healthiest thing we can do. This article provides some ideas for us to enjoy all of the delicious options at our holiday tables while helping us to avoid stuffing ourselves, being uncomfortable, and cancelling out all of our best efforts to lose weight.

Mindful Eating is Healthiest
The Buddhist’s had the right idea. Mindfulness, or being fully aware, and applying the technique to eating, is one way to relieve stress, alleviate high blood pressure, and address gastrointestinal difficulties. It's easy to take shortcuts at any age but they may not be helping us stay healthy.

What’s Up with Nutrition Drinks?
As we age, nutrition drinks can be the answer to offering us the extra vitamins and minerals we need. However, there are down sides to the drinks, and we need to know how to use them safely. Learn more about nutritional drinks and how to use them wisely as snacks or meal replacements.

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