Although the month is drawing to a close, we wanted to take some time to help share some information about gallbladder and bile duct cancer, because February is National Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month. Gallbladder and Bile Duct Basics Your gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that sits below your liver. It’s about four […]
Do I Have Heartburn Or GERD?
Heartburn is never a pleasant condition, but it’s something millions of Americans deal with on a daily basis. Many people think it’s just their body’s reaction to food they ate, but there may be more to the story. Today, we’re going to explain the difference between heartburn and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, and how to treat […]
The Appendix – Not So Useless After All?
The appendix has long been viewed as a useless organ, but new research suggests that it may actually serve a vital purpose. According to researchers at Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, the appendix may help manufacture and store helpful gut bacteria. “[The appendix] may serve as a reservoir for beneficial gut bacteria,” said […]
Will My Hernia Get Better On Its Own?
Hernias occur when part of a body cavity pushes out of the muscle wall in which it is contained. Oftentimes it involves an intestine or abdominal fatty tissue, which are encased in a thin membrane that is sometimes prone to rupture when overstressed or affected by trauma. Many people who suffer a hernia wonder if […]
Performing A Self-Check Of Your Thyroid Gland
January is Thyroid Awareness Month, and it’s a worthwhile cause because roughly 200 million people worldwide are affected by thyroid disease at some point in their life. Thyroid awareness is key because many people are unaware that they have a problem with their thyroid, as current estimates suggest that of the 20 million Americans living […]
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