adults ranging from 45 to 84 years of age . Heart health scores — based on American Heart Association-approved metrics , including blood pressure and body mass index — increased right alongside optimism levels .” So when you ’ re feeling down , remember that staying positive affects more than just your day , so keep your head up and your heart happy .
Digestion
Digestive issues affect all of us at one time or another . From upset stomach , gas , and heartburn , to constipation and diarrhea , digestive problems are painful and embarrassing . Some of the most common are :
• Food Intolerance – Often confused with food allergy , food intolerance likely allows you to eat a small amount of an offending food without any issues ( while a food allergy could be life-threatening ). Causes of intolerance include celiac disease , sensitivity to food additives , food toxins , and absence of an enzyme needed to fully digest a food .
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ( GERD ) – A chronic digestive disease , GERD is defined as experiencing acid reflux and heartburn at least twice a week . It affects 20 percent of Americans and can cause persistent bad breath , tooth erosion , nausea , and pain in the chest or upper abdomen , or it can make swallowing and breathing hard to do .
• Hemorrhoids – Hemorrhoids are inflamed blood vessels found at the end of your digestive tract . Often painful and itchy , they are caused by chronic constipation , diarrhea , or a lack of fiber in your diet . Seventy-five percent of Americans over the age of 45 suffer from hemorrhoids . Staying hydrated , eating more fiber , or over-the-counter creams may provide relief from hemorrhoids .
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS ) – Affecting 15 percent of Americans , IBS is characterized by stomach pain or discomfort at least three times a month for several months . Symptoms vary widely with IBS , making it hard to determine the exact cause . Treatment focuses mostly on diet , eliminating common trigger foods such as dairy , alcohol , caffeine , artificial sweeteners and beans . Doctors also recommend a diet high in fiber and consumption of probiotics found in yogurt .
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Most likely , if you are unhealthy on the inside , it will show on the outside . Your skin often mirrors your body ’ s true overall
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