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Gastritis is the inflammation, erosion, and irritation of the stomach lining. Gastritis can either be acute, which develops suddenly, or chronic, which gradually occurs over time. Gastritis can cause ulcers, leading to bleeding and even gastric cancer if left untreated. The stomach is a J-shaped…

Gastric bypass is a common surgery for weight loss in which the size of the stomach is reduced.1 Surgery can reduce the stomach size from one quart to one ounce.2 Due to such a drastic reduction in the stomach, gastric bypass can result in sudden…

Celiac disease is a medical condition that affects the inner lining of the small intestine. The small intestine is a long duct that extends from the stomach to the large intestine in our abdomen, and it is the part of the digestive tract where absorption…

Acid reflux, that irritating backflow of stomach acid up into your esophagus, is often triggered by what you eat and  drink. Eat the wrong food, and you’re sure to feel the burn. Some foods are known to cause reflux more than others. Eating the right…

Frequent belching of air from the stomach, bloating after eating or even on an empty stomach, and frequent passage  of air from the rectum are signs of increased gas in the digestive tract. Gas is an inconvenient and unpleasant  condition that may even cause mild…

Gallstones consist of hardened fluid or mass that deposits within the gallbladder and can potentially block the bile ducts. Gallstones can range in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball! The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ involved in bile production that helps…

The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is located behind the ribs on the right upper side of the abdomen. The liver performs multiple vital roles for the body. Primary functions of the liver The liver has quite a heavy…

The esophagus is a muscular tube that helps carry food from the mouth to the stomach. Esophagitis is an  inflammatory condition that develops in the esophagus, typically due to acid reflux. The esophagus connects to the  stomach via a sphincter called the Lower Esophageal Sphincter…

Colon Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, behind only lung cancer. Around 135,000 people are affected every year, causing more than 50,000 deaths annually1. However, if colon cancer is detected early, and preventive measures are taken, cancer can…

The human colon is a reservoir for different bacteria. These bacteria make up the healthy natural flora that  synthesizes vitamin k and plays a role in maintaining the body’s normal physiology. These bacteria are essential for  good health. Naturally, these bacteria produce several gases, including…