The thyroid regulates some functions in the body and the digestive tract is one of the systems. When the thyroid produces too much hormone, it speeds up the digestive tract, leading to diarrhea and abdominal cramps. Also, an underactive thyroid slows down the digestive tract, leading to constipation and gas.
READ NEXT
Make friends with moderation “A person can eat almost anything they want, but the portion size has to be appropriate. For example, eat dinner on a salad plate rather than
Osteoporosis You’ve heard of osteoporosis, a Greek word which means porous bones–a potentially dangerous health condition that decreases bone strength and increases risk of fracture. This “silent disease” is symptomless,
When looking at the various ways people attempt to cope with exposure to one or a series of traumatic events, it’s important to recognize the ways that they may manifest,
When you think of a seizure, you probably think of the classic Hollywood version—a person shaking violently, falling to the ground and passing out. But you might be surprised to
Even if they are small, chia seeds have a huge impact on our bodies. They can lower cholesterol and they can also improve your digestive system. These seeds come from
7. Watch your portion size When it comes to food, portion size really matters, especially when you’re dealing with cholesterol. Studies have shown that losing just 10% of your body
If you enjoy wine or cocktails Alcohol can irritate the stomach and so can NSAIDs. Put the two together, and you just compounded your chances damaging your tummy. ‘Alcohol should
Sun poisoning is a severe sunburn that brings flu-like side effects alongside standard sunburn symptoms. It doesn’t mean you’ve actually been poisoned by the sun. You might not know that
3. Seitan Seitan is a vegan meat substitute made of hydrated gluten, the main protein found in wheat. It is high in protein and minerals while is low in fat
Don’t Eat: Applebee’s Oriental Grilled Chicken Salad Liz Blom explains, “Our best intentions can bite us in the behind. Take for example, Applebee’s Oriental Chicken Salad. It sounds healthy enough,
You’ve Been Losing Weight If you’ve been losing a lot of weight, especially if you haven’t changed your dietary habits or if you haven’t taken up any extra exercise routines,
Losing weight shouldn’t feel like a chore, and it shouldn’t feel so restrictive that you hate every second of your “diet” and then give up. Registered dietitian Emily Tills, MS,
Slouching “If you are leaning over, our heads are very heavy compared to rest of body—it puts a lot of leverage on the neck,” Dr. Fowler says, which can lead
Park further away Whether you’re heading into work or the grocery store, park as far away as possible from your destination to allow more time for walking. If you use
Brussels sprouts Brussels sprouts are another member of the cruciferous family, and each cup of cooked ones has 4.1 grams of fiber. These babies are delicious, and even though they
Tomato soup – There are days when all you need is a bowl full of soup next to a good Netflix series. For those nights, this recipe will save you from
RELATED POSTS
© 2024 All rights reserved
