Men often overlook GI health, but digestive issues can affect overall wellness and may signal serious conditions like IBD, GERD, liver disease, or colorectal cancer. Key warning signs include persistent abdominal pain, bowel changes, unexplained weight loss, and blood in the stool. Prevention centers on a healthy diet, exercise, limiting alcohol, avoiding smoking, and managing stress. Routine screenings—especially colonoscopies starting at age 45—are essential. Early detection and healthy habits can significantly reduce the risk of serious GI disease.Continue reading
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Diverticular Disease: What Is It and How to Manage It
It is estimated that about 50% of people over the age of 60 are living with diverticular disease. Many people have heard the name, but many more are unsure of what it is, seeing as a large percentage of those who have diverticulosis do not suffer from any symptoms. Diverticulosis is characterized by pouches forming...
