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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a functional bowel disorder in which abdominal pain or discomfort is associated with a change in bowel habit. Sensations of discomfort (bloating), distension, and disordered defecation are commonly associated features. Its difficult to diagnose and manage. It affects about 10-12% of the population globally. 

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Make Simple Changes to Avoid Bloating of the Stomach

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January 15,2019

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January 15,2019

Nutritionist Kohila Govindaraju discusses common causes which lead to bloating of the stomach and also simple ways to avoid the discomfort.

It is what and how you eat matters, always. Overloading causes bloating and abdominal pain. When the body struggles to break down the food after meals, discomfort creeps in.

A Healthy Gut for a Happy State of Mind

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July 14,2017

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July 14,2017

By maintaining a healthy gut or gastrointestinal tract, you can ward off a host of uncomfortable symptoms like bloating, flatulence and constipation and conditions like bowel cancer, Depression and IBS. Tips from Nutritionist Kohila Govindaraju.

The importance of gut health

Hypnosis for Pain Relief and Anxiety Management

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March 29,2018

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January 27,2017

Worldwide, medical hypnosis is being increasingly accepted to ease acute and chronic pain arising from burns, cancer, and rheumatoid arthritis and reduction of anxiety associated with surgery.

What is hypnosis?

  • Hypnosis is a state of increased suggestibility with constriction of peripheral awareness and increased focal concentration on task at hand. Heightened suggestibility is an essential characteristic in hypnosis.

Diet Modifications for the Elderly

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August 26,2016

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August 25,2016

When one moves on in years, it becomes vital to address the right diet for the person, because more often than not, improper food intake causes a lot of stress and discomfort. Dr Bhuvaneswari puts together some simple tips from her experiences of a primary caregiver for her parents.

Changing the diet patterns for the elderly in the Indian context needs a proper looking into as it addresses a few common problems that the elderly tend to face :

Overview of Digestive Disorders and Gastrointestinal Diseases

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January 6,2018

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August 10,2016

Endoscopy guru and leading gastroenterologist Dr Vipulroy Rathod’s comprehensive interview on gastrointestinal diseases and cancers makes for an enlightening and interesting read.

What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.

IBS is my problem and I have to deal with it

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August 21,2016

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August 9,2016

AGS is the best example how one should not be browbeaten by the malfunctioning of one’s body. He did not lose his nerve over it; instead, he tried out combinations which suited his body best. He took charge and became an expert - he could now tell others what they may do. 

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Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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August 31,2017

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August 9,2016

Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Living with irritable bowel syndrome presents daily challenges.

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