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Certain individuals are unable to digest dairy because they lack the lactase enzyme needed to break down lactose in the small intestine. Since gastric disturbances may be caused by other conditions, it is important to get a diagnosis instead of assuming that one is lactose intolerant. If a doctor has determined that you are indeed lactose intolerant, probiotics, or "good bacteria", available as a supplement and also found in foods like yogurt, Read More »

There are numerous types of weight loss surgery options, so people should talk to their doctors about their characteristics before opting for any particular one. One study has found that after weight loss surgery, there is an increase in healthy lifestyles in an entire household. To learn more about this study, read this article. Read More »

Read this article to learn how to maintain a healthy diet by stocking your kitchen with healthy foods. Read More »

A study conducted demonstrated that food allergies are more common in children than we thought. Read this article to learn more. Read More »

Sometimes diet is not enough when trying to get the nutrients that you need to thrive. Read this article to find out about the different types of supplement offerings and choosing the one that is right for you. Read More »

There are cases where a person’s BMI is high but he or she is not considered to be unhealthy. For example, body builders and people who undergo heavy work outs on a daily basis may have a high BMI, but they are not considered to be obese. Therefore, it can be difficult to understand how obesity is diagnosed. Read More »