Digestive Health Guide: Relief for Reflux, IBS & Inflammation

Digestive conditions such as GERD and colitis are best managed through targeted dietary triggers avoidance, nutritional therapy, and identifying biochemical markers.

Digestive Health Diarrhea

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What Are the Causes of Frequent Loose Stools?

Published Mar,06 2018 | By Vita Ruvolo-Wilkes

When loose, watery stools occur frequently, it’s important to investigate the cause. Sometimes this is related to diet, such as a high fiber intake or poor digestion of certain types of foods. However, frequent, loose stools can also be related to infections or chronic, or ongoing illnesses.

The Acid/Base Balance in the Digestive System

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Vita Ruvolo-Wilkes

The acid/base balance is expressed in terms of pH. An acidic environment has a pH of less than 7.4, whereas a basic or alkaline setting has a pH of greater than 7.4. Molecules that give off hydrogen maintain an acidic pH. In contrast, alkaline molecules attract hydrogen.

Vita Ruvolo-Wilkes was first published in 1977. She worked as a certified aerobics and exercise instructor. Upon graduating from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, she worked for the VA Medical Center. As a physician assistant, Ruvolo-Wilkes designed specialized diets for her patients' conditions and has written a monthly health column in the "Montford Newsletter."