Simple steps to reduce intestinal gas

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The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Q: I need advice to reduce intestinal gas. Not only is it embarrassing, I also experience a lot of discomfort unless I let it out. Suggestions, please! A: A certain amount of flatulence is a normal part of the digestive process. But many people like you have gas […]

Five things parents should know about stomachaches

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How can you tell if it’s a regular tummy ache or something serious? Here’s what you need to know. 1. “Stomach flu” isn’t really the flu. Gastroenteritis, which can bring on stomachaches in children, is typically caused by a virus. It usually includes diarrhea with or without vomiting and possibly a low grade fever. It […]