A perforated bowel is a serious condition, and immediate action such as surgery needs to be taken to prevent infection and death, according to the Merck Manual. Bacteria from the bowel can spill into the abdominal cavity, causing peritonitis, an infection of the abdominal lining.
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Some fruits are good for digestion because they provide fiber that keeps the gastrointestinal tract in good working order. They also contain enzymes that break down hard-to-digest proteins.
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Diabetes is characterized by the body's inability to produce insulin or to use it effectively to control blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can damage various body systems.
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Oatmeal is used as a breakfast cereal and in breads, granola mixes and cookies. It is a staple food usually stored in a cupboard or pantry. Manufacturer expiration dates of oatmeal will vary, making it difficult to determine how long you can keep that container of oatmeal around.
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Fruit may be a staple of a healthy breakfast, however, eating fruit in the morning may not be beneficial for people with certain types of medical conditions. People diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes will have higher-than-normal fasting blood sugar levels in the morning.
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Feeling thirsty after eating a large amount of carbs is often a symptom of diabetes, a group of diseases in which the body does not make enough insulin or cannot use the insulin it makes to regulate blood sugar levels.
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