Blog Category: Chronic Disease

Harmony in Your Gut

Harmony in Your Gut

Diarrhea and constipation occur together Diarrhea and constipation are on opposite ends of the stool spectrum, with one characterized by loose, watery stools and the other by hard, dry stools. Still, constipation and diarrhea occur together in a few cases. One such instance is paradoxical diarrhea. When stools are not passed out regularly, they accumulate …

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From Struggle to Comfort: Conquering Constipation and Restoring Digestive Health

From Struggle to Comfort: Conquering Constipation and Restoring Digestive Health

Constipation is a common digestive disorder characterized by infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stool that affects people of all ages. It usually means fewer than three bowel movements per week. Every individual has their own unique bowel movement pattern, which can vary from several times a day to only one or two times a …

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Sodium and Blood Pressure

The Silent Killer: How to Reduce Sodium Intake for Better Blood Pressure Control

Having too much sodium (salt) in our diet can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. Conversely, reducing salt intake can also help lower the risk of high blood pressure and protect against cardiovascular disease. What is sodium? Sodium is a mineral that’s found in salt.  It helps transmit nerve impulses, …

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