IBS

More evidence to support the theory that GERD is caused by bacterial overgrowth

April 2, 2010 in GERD, Myths & Truths | 45 comments

Note: this is the third article in a series about heartburn and GERD. If you haven't done so already, you'll want to read Part I and Part II before reading this article. Right after publishing yesterday's article (The hidden causes of heartburn and GERD), I came across a new research (PDF) study hot off the presses that adds support to the theory that GERD is caused in part by bacterial overgrowth. Before moving ...
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Research update: carbs raise cholesterol & veggie oil associated with IBS & IBD

December 9, 2009 in Health Conditions | 10 comments

I recently came across two articles that I think you should read. The first is over on Dr. William Davis's blog, The Heart Scan. Dr. Davis reviews a study demonstrating that consumption of excess carbohydrate can raise cholesterol. Now, if you've been reading my blog for a while you know that normal LDL cholesterol isn't a risk factor for heart disease, right? So I am generally not concerned with what does or doesn't raise cholesterol. ...
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