Digestion and the gastrointestinal tract

Milk thistle, also called St. Mary's thistle, has had a prominent place in households in the past. This plant was eaten as a vegetable (with oil and table salt), and its root was used with mead as a poultice. The ancient Romans used it most often for diseases of the liver, gallbladder and spleen.

Spirulina and chlorella are plants that are currently experiencing a "second renaissance". The unique algae chlorella is rightly considered by people to be a "little green miracle". It offers a wealth of beneficial substances for the body. The freshwater cyanobacteria spirulina is referred to as a "superfood". It provides our body with a huge supply of nutrients, minerals and vitamins.

Mint is popular in every household and can be used in many ways. You can also easily grow it at home.

The lemon balm is one of the most popular plants in Central and Southern Europe, especially for its typical taste and aroma.

Moringa is native to India. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. In many parts of the world it is known as the miracle tree.

Most people know ginger from the kitchen as a spice. You'll recall its typical pungent taste and pungent aroma. But ginger offers much more than just a culinary experience. What is ginger, anyway, and why should you use it anywhere other than in the kitchen? Read on to find out everything you need to know.

Almost everyone knows turmeric in the form of yellow-orange powder. It is known for its specific taste and beneficial effects on human health. What is turmeric and what does it contain? What are its health benefits?

Fenugreek is a worldwide herb native to Asia. It is used primarily for its effects on the male and female reproductive systems, digestive and respiratory systems. What are all the effects of fenugreek on human health? Does it promote libido and performance?

Anemone is one of the most well-known herbs in traditional Chinese medicine. It has a beneficial effect on the immunity, the excretory system, the cardiovascular system and the reproductive system. What are all the effects of anemone on human health? Who, on the other hand, should be vigilant when taking it?

Sage is a perennial warm-loving herb that is considered medicinal for its beneficial effects on the body. It is used not only in the form of teas, decoctions, but also in cosmetics and gastronomy. What are its effects and how to care for it, you will learn in the article.

Pain when swallowing is a frequent symptom of inflammatory disease in the oral cavity, respiratory tract, but also in the digestive system. In addition to inflammation, it also occurs in oncological processes. A less serious cause is a spasm of the esophagus or its psychogenic constriction. The variety of causes and occurrence over a long period of time requires professional examination.

Stool is the end product of digestion. The way it is can indicate the state of the digestive tract and an emerging or already present problem, including disease. Monitoring stool characteristics and emptying is therefore important.

The streak is a common disease and occurs in newborns, children, men, women and the elderly. The problem is a weakened abdominal wall.

Consuming milk and lactose can cause health problems, especially digestive problems. What is the difference between milk allergy and lactose intolerance? What are the symptoms of dairy intolerance?

Flatulence, bloating, or abdominal bloating are problems stemming from the bowels due to excessive production of gas. The condition often occurs due to improper diet, food, or other organic causes, and even stress.

Bacillary dysentery is a highly contagious diarrhoeal disease transmitted by the faecal-oral route. It occurs mainly when hygiene is not maintained, hence the name dirty hands disease. It has many names, such as rubella, dysentery or shigellosis, but it is still the same disease. The disease spreads rapidly in collectives, creating the risk of epidemics. It is a health hazard, mainly through fluid loss, but once the bacteria are eliminated in the faeces, the condition spontaneously corrects.

Liver cancer, also known as hepatic cancer and primary hepatic malignancy, is one of the most common cancers in the world. There are several known types of cancer. Hepatocellular carcinoma is probably the best known. Long-term liver disease, such as cirrhosis, is a risk factor for the development of this disease.

Oesophageal cancer is a dangerous and malignant disease that can be asymptomatic for a long time. Once the issues start appearing, it is indicative of a disease that is in an advanced stage. This malignant tumour is the sixth most common cause of death. It occurs three times more often in men than in women, and increasingly so.

Colon cancer (colorectal cancer) is a malignant tumour arising from the inner wall of the colon or rectum.

Nausea is a symptom that occurs frequently. It manifests itself along with a feeling of nausea, often with vomiting. Its causes are multiple. Some experience it when travelling, women during hormonal changes and during pregnancy. In more severe cases, it is a manifestation of a disease.