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  • Medicines and the Digestive System 1/12/2026

    Medicines taken by mouth can affect the digestive system in different ways. Gastroenterologist, Preeya Goyal MD, shares some tips to reduce stomach irritation, heartburn, and diarrhea that some medicines can cause.

  • Colon Cancer in Young Adults: Symptoms, Warning Signs, and When to See a Doctor 9/18/2025

    Most young people won’t experience colon cancer but being aware of the signs can help you catch problems early.

  • How Food Is Digested in the Stomach 6/12/2025

    Ever wonder what happens after you eat? The moment you chew and swallow, your body launches a complex process powered by muscles, enzymes, and digestive juices. Discover how your stomach breaks down food into energy and why different foods are digested at different speeds.

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Probiotics and Prebiotics 4/10/2025

    Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. Can probiotics and prebiotics help?

  • Eating Well for Digestive Health 8/15/2024

    Struggling with gas, constipation, or heartburn? Many common digestive issues can be managed by making healthier food choices. Discover practical tips to improve your digestive health and feel your best.

  • Listen to Your Gut: 5 Causes of Stomach Pain 4/29/2024

    Stomach pain is common, but understanding its cause is not always simple. “Our digestive systems can be quite sensitive, reacting to various stimuli in unexpected ways,” PIH Health Physician Preeya Goyal MD.

  • Is “Gluten-Free” for Me? 1/18/2024

    Going gluten-free has surged into the dietary spotlight, sharing benefits for those with gluten intolerances. Is this dietary lifestyle for everyone? Let's take a bite into what it means to go gluten-free.

  • 4 Foods That May Help You Lose Weight 1/15/2024

    Stay fuller while eating fewer calories by making these satisfying foods part of your diet.

  • Crohn’s vs. Ulcerative Colitis 12/4/2023

    With inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you may experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea and fatigue, among others. How do you know if it’s Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?

  • Do You Really Have Celiac Disease? 5/1/2023

    By eliminating gluten from your diet, your intestines have a chance to heal and symptoms should subside.