Any modification of the diet depends on the underlying cause of the jaundice. With a nutritious, well-balanced diet and rest, viral hepati tis resolves itself—although it may take several weeks. Unfortunately, many people find it difficult to eat at the very time that they need extra calories to help the liver recuperate and regenerate its […]
It is not uncommon for a baby to develop jaundice during the first few days after birth, especially if the infant is premature. This is known as physiological jaundice, and is usually caused by a liver that is not fully functional. There are usually no other symptoms, and the condition typically clears up within a […]
A yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes is the symptom of jaundice. This condition typically occurs when bilirubin, a pigmented component of bile, builds up in the blood. Bilirubin is a by-product produced by the liver as it breaks down red blood cells to recycle their iron. It is mixed with […]
The first step in learning to control IBS symptoms is recognizing the factors that may trigger symptoms. A diary that records IBS symptoms along with all foods and beverages ingested and stressful events can help pinpoint possible culprits. A woman should determine whether symptoms flare up during certain times of her menstrual cycle. When tracking […]
Afflicting up to 20 percent of all adults, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is often characterized by abnormal muscle contractions in the intestines, resulting in too little or too much fluid in the bowel. Symptoms vary markedly from one person to another. Some people experience urgent diarrhea.
Others experience the type called spastic colon, with alternating bouts […]
The body can utilize two types of iron—heme, which comes from animal sources, and nonheme, which comes from plants. The body absorbs 20 to 30 percent of heme iron, compared with 5 to 10 percent of nonheme. When the body’s iron reserves are low, the absorption of nonheme iron increases. Consuming iron-rich plant foods with […]
A low sperm count is the major cause of male infertility, and for unknown reasons, men worldwide are producing fewer sperm than few decades ago. Some scientist believe certain pesticides, which have estrogenlike effects, may be linked to the declining count. Alcohol and tobacco use lower sperm production and should be avoided if there is […]