An 82-year-old woman in China swallowed eight live frogs to treat back pain, a local folk remedy. She was later hospitalized with severe abdominal pain and diagnosed with parasites, including ...

When you experience digestive issues, such as diarrhea or constipation, the type of fiber you eat matters. Soluble fiber is best for diarrhea relief, while insoluble fiber helps improve constipation.

Herpes esophagitis is inflammation and irritation of the esophagus due to a herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection. Herpes esophagitis mostly occurs in people with weakened immune systems. The esophagus ...

Ozempic can cause common side effects such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Serious side effects of Ozempic may include diabetic retinopathy, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, and ...

The bacteria and other microbes that live in your gut are known as your “gut microbiome.” They help you digest food and may support immune, heart, and brain health. However, disruption in your gut ...

Christopher Groux is an editor, writer and accessibility advocate. Before joining the Forbes Health team, he covered Accessibility at Reviewed and gaming at Inverse and Newsweek. When he’s not ...