Digestive Health

Your digestive system helps turn the food and drinks you consume into the nutrients you need. Sometimes there can be something off with your digestive system, leading to symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or heartburn. Learn why your digestive health can sometimes make you feel unwell and what you can do about it.

Types of Digestive Issues

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How Long Can You Go Without Pooping?

Staying Regular

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Behaviors and Foods That Cause Constipation
Foods to eat when you have diarrhea
What to Eat When You Have Diarrhea — 10 Foods to Try
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How Do Bowel Movements Work — and What's Normal?

Putting an End to Heartburn

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Home Remedies to Relieve Heartburn
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How To Relieve Heartburn That Won't Go Away
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9 Things That Could Cause You to Have Acid Reflux

Explore Digestive Health

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What You Need to Know About Your Esophagus
5 Reasons Why Your Poop May Be Green
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Why You May Be Nauseous After Eating and How to Stop It
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How Long Does Food Poisoning Last?
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Natural Laxatives for When You Are Constipated
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Foods To Avoid When You’re Constipated
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Steps You Can Take For Improved Gut Health
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What Is Nausea?
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What You Should Know About Your Appendix
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Everything You Need to Know About Lactic Acid
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What Is an Enema?
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Even Slight Changes In Your Sleep Schedule Could Affect Your Gut Health
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When Should You Be Worried About Undigested Food in Your Poop?
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What Is Bowel Endometriosis?
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How To Fast for Gut Health
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Signs and Symptoms of Constipation
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When Does Constipation Become an Emergency?
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