A healthy liver plays a vital role in digestion, filtering food and drinks you ingest, purifying the blood, and performing literally hundreds of functions every day. The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, and we cannot live without it. Many self-proclaimed health experts recommend a liver detox to rid the body of toxins and cleanse the liver. But is this truly necessary? How Your Body Detoxes Naturally Your liver detoxifies the body constantly. By filtering out toxins ... [Read More]
Gastrointestinal
Upper GI Diseases vs. Lower GI Diseases
The gastrointestinal (GI) system goes all the way from the mouth to the anus, and for medical evaluation and treatment purposes it’s divided into two main sections: the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. There are various ailments that can afflict the upper and/or lower GI tract. Let’s discuss everything you need to know about the upper and lower GI tracts and the diseases associated with them. Upper GI Tract Conditions The upper GI tract is made up of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, an ... [Read More]
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