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Digestive conditions

Common digestive conditions include heartburn/GERD and inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Common symptoms associated with digestive conditions include bloating, diarrhea, gas, and stomach cramps or pain. Read the latest research evidence on treatment and symptom management.

Got heartburn? Avoid these common acid-blocking drugs
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Digestive problems? Try probiotics
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Does cannabis offer new hope for folks with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis?
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  • Evidence Summary

    In people with irritable bowel syndrome, low FODMAP diets improve symptoms compared with other dietary guidance

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Gut (2022)
  • Evidence Summary

    In people with irritable bowel syndrome, very-low-quality evidence suggests low FODMAP diets improve symptoms. There isn’t enough evidence to draw conclusions about gluten-free diets.

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Am J Gastroenterol (2018)
  • Evidence Summary

    Proton pump inhibitors for functional dyspepsia.

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2017)
  • Evidence Summary

    Deprescribing versus continuation of chronic proton pump inhibitor use in adults.

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2017)
  • Evidence Summary

    Some medications improve chronic constipation

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Gut (2016)
  • Evidence Summary

    Eradication therapy for peptic ulcer disease in Helicobacter pylori-positive people.

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2016)
  • Evidence Summary

    Laparoscopic fundoplication surgery versus medical management for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) in adults.

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2015)
  • Evidence Summary

    Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy versus nasogastric tube feeding for adults with swallowing disturbances.

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2015)
  • Evidence Summary

    In people with Crohn’s disease, several treatments prevent disease relapse after surgery

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Gastroenterology (2015)
  • Evidence Summary

    In Crohn’s disease, adalimumab and infliximab plus azathioprine are best for inducing and maintaining remission

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Gastroenterology (2015)
  • Evidence Summary

    Abdominal laparoscopic surgery reduces surgical infections by 70-80% compared with open surgery in obese patients

    Rating 4 out of 5 stars
    Ann Surg (2012)
  • Evidence Summary

    Cannabis for the treatment of Crohn's disease.

    Rating 3 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2018)
  • Evidence Summary

    Cannabis for the treatment of ulcerative colitis.

    Rating 3 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2018)
  • Evidence Summary

    Helicobacter pylori eradication for the prevention of gastric neoplasia.

    Rating 3 out of 5 stars
    Cochrane Database Syst Rev (2015)
  • Blog Post

    Irritable bowel syndrome and low FODMAP diets: Where does the evidence stand?

    Research shows whether a low FODMAP diet is effective for irritable bowel syndrome.
  • Blog Post

    Probing probiotics: 3 evidence-based benefits related to their use

    From digestive to respiratory health, research highlights the potential benefits of probiotics.
  • Blog Post

    Digestive health: 3 strategies to either do or not

    Research highlights effective strategies and points of caution around treating specific digestive health issues.
  • Blog Post

    Fact or fiction: What the research says about cannabis use for common conditions

    Cannabis is increasingly touted as an effective treatment for a variety of ailments. But does the research support this? Find out whether cannabis is “worth the hype” for three common health conditions.
  • Blog Post

    Does cannabis offer new hope for folks with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis?

    Is cannabis the answer for people with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis? The evidence is still out on its safety and effectiveness.
  • Blog Post

    Fact or fiction: Research reveals the truth about common supplements

    There are many claims out there about the health benefits of dietary supplements, but not all claims are backed by evidence. Talk to your health care provider about which supplements may be beneficial to you.
  • Blog Post

    Digestive problems? Try probiotics

    Got probiotics? These “good for you” bacteria, found in certain foods and available as supplements, contribute to a healthy digestive system and improve gastrointestinal problems.
  • Blog Post

    Got heartburn? Avoid these common acid-blocking drugs

    Proton pump inhibitors – a common type of stomach acid medication – are overprescribed and many people can safely reduce or stop this medication.
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