IBS

May 1, 2024

May 1, 1944 — Training for Operation Buffalo to breakout from Anzio

On the morning of May 1, Phil’s 3rd Infantry Division was once again assigned to corps reserve, where they remained until May 21.[1]

May 1, 2024

Using a spiritual history to uncover religious struggle (ICMDA Webinar – 3 of 5)

I was honored, privileged, and blessed to present a series of five global webinars for the International Christian Medical and Dental Associations. This is the third […]

April 30, 2024

April 30, 1944 — Final training for the upcoming breakout from Anzio begins

Tomorrow, at 0600 on May 1, 1944, Phil’s 3rd Division was scheduled to pass control of their front-line sector to the 45th Division and move back […]

April 29, 2024

April 29, 1944 — A disaster unfolds for Phil and his men

Starting on April 29, Phil’s 3rd Battalion was relieved to prepare for an offensive that they hoped would break the beachhead stalemate. At first light, Phil […]

April 28, 2024

April 28, 1944 — Planning for two massive campaigns at once

The Allied military brass at the highest levels were preparing two massive operations for the Allies. First, of course, was to have the Allies successfully break […]

April 28, 2024

Week Two of my New Devotional: “What the Bible Says About …” Speak the truth in love, Gracious words, Talk God loves, Words can harm, You are chosen

This week, my new devotional on the YouVersion app Bible reading plan, looks at “What the Bible Says About …” speaking the truth in love, gracious […]

April 27, 2024

April 27, 1944 — The lull before the coming massive breakout at Anzio

While enemy air attacks had diminished to raids by only a few aircraft daily, artillery shelling continued, and no structure and no person within the beachhead […]

April 26, 2024

April 26, 1944 — Tank-led Americans gain a mile at Anzio

In a series of sharp punches with tanks, American troops have advanced more than a mile on the east flank of the Anzio Beachhead and are […]

December 1, 2010

St. John’s wort may not help patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

St. John’s wort (SJW) is most commonly used to improve mood and treat depression. St. John’s wort affects neurotransmitters similar to conventional antidepressants. However, it also […]

January 7, 2011

Two-week course of antibiotic may benefit patients with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)

In the category of a study that will change my practice in the area of giving patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) another treatment option, is […]

January 7, 2011

Probiotics may ease kids’ belly aches (especially IBS)

In a past blog about probiotics, I told you, “Friendly Bacteria (Probiotics) Help Calm Colicky Babies and May Help Constipated Babies.” Now, an Italian study is […]

April 18, 2011

Study suggests physical exercise significantly reduces IBS symptoms

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be a chronic disease whose symptoms can be difficult to control. Now, HealthDay is reporting that “Increasing one’s physical activity routine can […]

May 24, 2011

Meditation calms irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

A study presented recently at a medical meeting revealed that a form of meditation called “mindfulness training” was associated with significantly improved symptom scores for irritable […]

May 24, 2011

Scientists discover how peppermint soothes IBS and gastric pain

New research is offering insight into how an unexpected natural medication, peppermint, is helping patients relieve their symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).