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Bloated belly: what to do about too much air in your stomach?Complaints & diseases

Bloated belly: what to do about too much air in your stomach?

A bloated stomach can cause discomfort and pain, but understanding its causes—from eating habits to food intolerances—helps you find relief and prevent it from happening.

by Tanja Seiffert·
Stinky flatulence: Where it comes from and what you can do about itComplaints & diseases

Stinky flatulence: Where it comes from and what you can do about it

Discover why flatulence smells and how your diet affects it. Learn what causes foul-smelling gas and practical steps to reduce odor.

by Tanja Seiffert·
Bowel noises: what triggers them and when they have a serious causeComplaints & diseases

Bowel noises: what triggers them and when they have a serious cause

Intestinal noises are a normal part of digestion, but excessive sounds may signal food intolerances, irritable bowel syndrome, or inflammation—learn what's typical and when to see a doctor.

by Tanja Seiffert·
5 foods you can eat with diarrheaComplaints & diseases

5 foods you can eat with diarrhea

When diarrhea strikes, your body needs gentle nutrition to recover. Discover five easy-to-digest foods that replenish lost nutrients while soothing your digestive system.

by Ilka Hagenbücher·
Pencil stool: What diseases can be behind it?Weight loss tips & nutrition

Pencil stool: What diseases can be behind it?

Pencil-shaped stools can indicate various health conditions, from irritable bowel syndrome to serious issues like rectal cancer. Learn what causes this symptom and when to see a doctor.

by Tanja Seiffert·
Intestinal flora: why these 4 habits are so harmfulComplaints & diseases

Intestinal flora: why these 4 habits are so harmful

Your gut health directly impacts your physical and mental well-being. Discover the four everyday habits that are silently damaging your intestinal flora and how to protect it.

by Tanja Seiffert·
5 foods that thicken the stoolComplaints & diseases

5 foods that thicken the stool

Discover which foods can help firm up soft stools naturally, from grated apples to wheat bran and tannin-rich teas.

by Tanja Seiffert·
Flatulence: Farting can be a sign of illnessComplaints & diseases

Flatulence: Farting can be a sign of illness

Excessive farting can signal dietary changes, food intolerances, or serious conditions like infections and inflammatory bowel disease. Learn what causes flatulence and when to see a doctor.

by Tanja Seiffert·
Mucus in the stool: a cause for concern?Health

Mucus in the stool: a cause for concern?

Small amounts of mucus in stool are normal, but visible mucus may signal dietary changes, food intolerances, or underlying conditions. Learn when to seek medical attention.

by Redaktion·
These yoga exercises help against constipationHealthy living

These yoga exercises help against constipation

Constipation is annoying and can be very unpleasant. To prevent this, we have put together a few yoga exercises for you that support the function and movement of the bowel.

by Ilka Hagenbücher·
How coffee affects bowel movementsWeight loss tips & nutrition

How coffee affects bowel movements

Just one cup of coffee daily can boost digestion and improve bowel movements by altering intestinal bacteria and enhancing muscle contractions—even decaffeinated coffee works.

by Ilka Hagenbücher·