What is the role of fibre in digestive health?
Foods rich in fibre, such as fruit and vegetables, have numerous beneficial effects. They improve intestinal microbiota and help prevent diseases, bo1
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8 most common errors in the use of proton pump inhibitor drugs such as omeprazol
These medications help relieve the symptoms of gastric reflux and treat stomach ulcers, among other conditions. However, despite being one of the mos1
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth or SIBO is not all it seems
People who have heavy digestion, bloating, gas, heartburn, diarrhoea and constipation may have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO); although1
Is heartburn always caused by acid reflux?
The feeling of heartburn is not always caused by a rise in stomach acid. Some disorders also cause this constant burning feeling: these are functiona1
Is dysphagia the same as achalasia?
They can be confused, but dysphagia is a symptom of a number of different diseases; one of those is achalasia, where it is one of the main symptoms.
The intestinal barrier: a key factor in the development of disease
There is increasing evidence on the link between the permeability of the intestinal barrier and autoimmune or metabolic diseases, although the exact1
Capsule endoscopy: a pill-sized imaging test
Capsule endoscopy is a device that provides high-resolution images of the digestive tract and has proven to be cost-efficient for the early detection1
What are the warning signs if you have constipation?
Constipation may occur occasionally, but can sometimes be chronic. It may be due to several causes, such as slow intestinal movement. However, it may1
Smoking and diet can affect the evolution of inflammatory bowel disease
The factors that determine the development of inflammatory bowel disease are not entirely known. However, previous infections, genetics and environme1
What does a colonoscopy consist of?
A colonoscopy is the diagnostic test for the detection of colorectal cancer, and is recommended for the population over 50 years of age.