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Lactose intolerance is a condition that affects people who have difficulty digesting lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products.  The body needs lactase, an enzyme produced in the small intestine, to break down lactose into two simpler sugars, glucose and galactose, absorbed into the bloodstream.  Read on to learn more about [...]

Are you among the 20 million Americans who suffer from gallbladder disease? If you are looking for non-surgical gallbladder treatment, then you’ve come to the right place. Your gallbladder has one job; to store and release the fluid necessary to properly digest fatty foods. When you don’t eat fatty foods or in moderation, this organ [...]

Many of us enjoy the outdoors. However, the outdoors also comes with its share of potential dangers. One of the hazards of great outdoor activities is insect bites. For example, an allergic reaction to a bee or other insect sting can be hazardous and lead to life-threatening conditions. One of such conditions is anaphylactic shock. What is Anap [...]

It’s the middle of the night, and you can’t sleep because you have a stomach ache. You’ve tried lying on your left side, taking antacids, and drinking a glass of warm milk, but nothing seems to help. What could be causing your stomach ache? Numerous factors can cause pain or discomfort in your stomach, some of which are relati [...]

Shortness of breath, medically known as dyspnea, is a common symptom with many possible causes. When you experience shortness of breath, it means you can’t get enough air. You might feel like you can’t breathe in deeply enough or that you’re not getting enough oxygen. Shortness of breath can make it difficult to do everyday ac [...]