Irritable bowel syndrome is a very uncomfortable condition that causes pain, changes in bowel movements and severe abdominal cramping. Loose stools, changes in the amount of stool and frequency of bowel movements are common symptoms associated with irritable bowels. Constipation and diarrhea are often hallmarks of the condition and cause great strife and aggravation along […]

As people begin to age, a wide array of health problems can become more prevalent.  Diabetes is one of the more serious health concerns that it is important to recognize and catch early to manage the severity.  It is possible for people who never had any problems with this disease, to become diabetic over time.  […]

The aging process brings health issues that occur in bodies that were never issues before. I’m reminded of this fact every morning. Both men and women have problems that occur specifically because of age. For men, a real problem that can be seriously dangerous is involves the prostate gland. The prostate gland is a part […]

Constipation is one of the leading health issues that can strike people of every age. While proper hydration, diet and exercise can help to ameliorate this common digestive problem for most people, for older individuals there may be specific issues that should be addressed within the diet or personal habits in order to form a […]

Incontinence, the loss of bowel or bladder control is one of the most common problems that affect people of both genders all over the world. In the US alone, this problem affects approximately 13 million people. According to the degrees and forms of incontinence, the treatments also tend to vary. Fortunately, incontinence is something that […]