13 | Ileocecal Valve and IBS

Posted by dr michael | Health | Monday 27 July 2009

The first part of the article deals with the symptoms and general treatment of IBS, i.e. through dietary changes.
The second part introduces a less well known cause and possible treatment of IBS, the adjustment of the ileocecal valve.
Disclaimer: This article is not designed to provide medical advice or professional services. It is intended to be for educational use only. The information provided in this article is not a substitute for professional care and should not … » read more »

9 | Digestion – from Bowl to Bowel

Posted by dr michael | Health | Tuesday 21 July 2009

A description of the digestive process – Abbreviated form first:
Food gets put into the mouth. Chewing breaks the food mechanically into smaller particles. The salivary glands produce saliva, which moistens the crushed-up food. Saliva also contains enzymes which begin to break down carbohydrates. The chewed food is swallowed, using the action of the tongue. The food gets moved down the esophagus into the stomach. Stomach acids and the enzyme pepsin break down proteins. After … » read more »