International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders
Personal Story
Nicole’s Personal Story: Heartburn and Constipation I have heartburn sometimes and I don’t take medicine because of side effects. I suggest people take celery juice and cucumber juice. You will get rid of constipation. Get the book on celery juice and follow instructions as there is a certain way to take it. The author is […]
Disorder
What is Short Bowel Syndrome? Short bowel syndrome (SBS), also known as short gut, is broadly described as a condition in which nutrients are not properly absorbed because a large part of the small bowel is missing. This is most often due to defects existing at birth (congenital), or surgical removal of part of the […]
Publication
Bloating can be described as the feeling that there is an inflated balloon in the abdomen. It is a commonly reported symptom and is sometimes associated with distension, or the visible increase in the width of the area between your hips and chest (abdominal girth). Both bloating and distension cause discomfort, and sometimes pain, and have a negative impact on the quality of life for some individuals. (Shortened version of IFFGD Fact Sheet #262: Understanding Bloating and Distension)
Personal Story
Dee’s Personal Story: “My experience with GERD” My experience with the gerd lasted for 20years. Tried the conventional way but it kept on coming back, antacids gave me short relief , until I started using alternative medicine approach. It worked, all overgrown bacteria balanced now I can eat even tomatoes, chili everything I used to […]