Potomac Place Assisted Living
2133 Montgomery Avenue
Woodbridge, VA 22191
(703) 494-3817
More Senior Health Articles
The Guts Of Digestive Health
This month we discuss the way our digestive system works, associated diseases and some healthy things we can do to improve how our digestive system works, associated diseases, and a couple of healthy things we can do to improve our digestive track.
Food is broken down before it can be absorbed into our bloodstream, through our GI tract and carried throughout our bodies. Dr. Hironmi Shinya, the founder of the colonoscopy, suggests and believes that all disease starts in the bowel. This is one of the keys to a multitude of health issues, from constipation to cancer. Some common ailments of the bowel include stomach ulcers, diverticulitis, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease and many others.
Lifestyles and dietary changes are the first steps towards keeping a healthy colon. Healthy lifestyle changes can include consumption of a variety of fruits and vegetables. As always, we encourage everyone to consult with their physician to learn more.
Other Articles You May Find of Interest...
- Exploring Medicare Options in St George: Key Factors for Informed Enrollment
- What to Consider When Choosing Alzheimer’s Care
- Aging with Grace: The Health Essentials That Keep You Thriving After 50
- Caring for Those Who Once Cared For Us
- Caregiver Contract: What Families Need to Know
- Why Personalized In-Home Care Is Becoming Vital for Today’s Seniors
- Best Home Care in West Virginia