Drinking enough water, eating fiber-rich foods, and staying active can keep your bowel movements regular. CConstipation means having fewer bowel movements than usual or difficulty passing stool. It happens when stool becomes hard and dry, making it painful to go to the bathroom. Common causes include not drinking enough water, eating too little fiber, lack of exercise, or stress. Constipation can make you feel bloated, uncomfortable, or tired, disrupting daily activities and focus. It...

  Heavy drinking weakens the liver’s ability to remove toxins, increasing the chance of cancerous changes. The liver plays a key role in breaking down alcohol so the body can remove it. When you drink, your liver uses special enzymes to turn alcohol into less harmful substances. This process helps clear alcohol from your blood.   However, the liver can only process a small amount at a time. If you drink too much or too...

  Preventing hepatitis involves vaccination (for hepatitis A and B), safe practices to avoid infections, moderated alcohol use, and regular health check-ups. The liver is a vital organ that performs over 500 essential functions in the body, including detoxifying harmful substances, producing bile to aid digestion, storing energy, and supporting immune health. A healthy liver is crucial for maintaining overall well-being, as it filters toxins, metabolizes nutrients, and regulates blood sugar levels. When the liver...

  By managing these risk factors through a healthy diet, regular exercise, and proper bathroom habits, the risk of developing piles can be reduced. Piles (hemorrhoids) and fissures are common anal conditions. Piles are swollen veins in the rectum or anus, causing pain, itching, or bleeding during bowel movements. Fissures are small tears in the anal lining, leading to sharp pain and sometimes bleeding. Both are often linked to constipation, hard stools, or straining during...

  Chronic constipation may be a symptom of an underlying health issue that needs attention. Constipation is a common digestive issue characterized by infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stool. It may also be associated with hard or dry stools. While the definition of constipation can vary from person to person, having fewer than three bowel movements per week is often considered an indicator   While occasional constipation is normal and often resolves with lifestyle...

  Constipation can often be alleviated or prevented by incorporating certain foods into your diet. Here are ten such foods IIn the pursuit of a healthy digestive system, understanding the role of nutrition is paramount. Constipation, a common discomfort affecting many, can often be managed through dietary choices. This blog explores a curated list of the best foods to prevent constipation, offering insights into their unique properties that promote regular bowel movements. From fibre-rich fruits...

  An estimated 15% of people across the globe live with IBS. Millions of people across the world suffer from IBS, yet only half of them get treated. #1 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is Common but Uncomfortable.   IBS is a common gastrointestinal disorder and is generally not life-threatening. However, in most cases the cause of the condition is unknown and there is no cure either. It is one of those conditions that creep up...

  Liver Cirrhosis is the last stage of Fatty Liver Disease and at this point, the liver cannot regenerate itself. The damage is irreversible.   Q:What is Liver Cirrhosis?   Dr:The liver is one of the most important organs in the body. It performs certain vital functions such as secreting proteins for blood clotting, breaking down toxins, acting on medications and producing albumin to maintain fluid balance in the body. When the liver gets inflamed,...

  Chronic Constipation means hardening of stools in the intestine. Over time, more and more hardened stools accumulate, causing a blockage in the intestines. Being unable to pass stools once in a while, is nothing to be worried about. A couple of bananas will do the trick! However, if you keep getting constipated often then it is definitely a cause for concern. It is likely that you have chronic constipation and delay in treatment may...

  Sometimes all it takes to resolve constipation is increasing fibre intake. Constipation is a relatively common condition, and everyone has at least one episode of constipation in their lifetime. For the lucky few, the condition resolves itself with the help of a few home remedies, warm water, and some physical activity. However, there are those who struggle to get a proper bowel movement and need medical intervention. The key is to identify the problem...