Key TakeawaysFederal commissioner Rich Trumka, Jr., with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is considering a ban on gas stoves in the United States due to concerns over consumer health and safety.The CPSC clarified in a statement that the agency has not proposed any regulatory action on gas stoves at this time.While there have been no formal recommendations or bans on gas stoves from the CPSC, health experts say there are health risks associated with using the appliance—including exposure to pollutants like carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and methane....

Some foods can make you gassy. Fruits, certain vegetables, grains, dairy products, and other foods that contain certain types of sugars or fiber can all contribute to intestinal discomfort such asbloating and flatulence.If gas is a problem for you, knowing which foods are more likely to cause gas can help you determine what to avoid when you need to stay gas-free.This article presents a list of fruits, grains, and other common foods that can cause gas....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits of SurgeryPossible Future ComplicationsLifestyle Adjustments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits of Surgery Possible Future Complications Lifestyle Adjustments The removal of part or all of the stomach is called a gastrectomy. A gastrectomy is done for various reasons, including to treatstomach cancer,peptic ulcers, or for obesity. People can go on to live a normal life after having a partial or total gastrectomy, although it is important to pay close attention to nutrition and ensure that all the necessary vitamins and minerals are gotten through diet or supplements....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLocationWhat to WearFood and DrinkMedicationsWhat to BringNext in Gastric Bypass Surgery GuideGastric Bypass Surgery: Recovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Location What to Wear Food and Drink Medications What to Bring Next in Gastric Bypass Surgery Guide RichLegg/Getty Images Next, you will be taken to the operating room where you will be given anesthesia medications to put you to sleep. You will not feel any pain or remember anything from the surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeHow to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecoveryLong-Term CareNext in Gastric Bypass Surgery GuideGastric Bypass Surgery: How to Prepare Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery Long-Term Care Next in Gastric Bypass Surgery Guide herjua / Getty Images What Is Gastric Bypass Surgery? Surgical Techniques Less commonly, the surgery is performed as open surgery. This means that the surgeon accesses the stomach and small intestine through a large incision in the abdomen....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Recovery Timeline Coping With Recovery Wound Care Next in Gastric Bypass Surgery Guide In order to optimize your chances for a successful surgical outcome, it’s important to carefully follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions. These instructions will include when to follow-up, types and amounts of liquids and foods to eat, and what activities to restrict. Jessica Olah / Verywell Some of the main goals of these visits will be to:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBefore the SurgeryDuring the SurgeryAfter the Surgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Before the Surgery During the Surgery After the Surgery Once you are dressed, a nurse will check your vital signs and place a peripheral IV in your arm. This IV is used to give you fluids and medications (e.g., an antibiotic and anesthesia drugs) prior to and during the surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeRisks/ContraindicationsPrepDuring the TestResultsFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Risks/Contraindications Prep During the Test Results FAQ A gastric emptying scan (GES) is a medical test used to diagnose digestive conditions. It is also called a gastric emptying study or gastric emptyingscintigraphy. A gastric emptying study is a nuclear medicine test, meaning it uses small amounts of radiation. It is usually done in the Nuclear Medicine department of a hospital as an inpatient or outpatient test....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Peristalsis?SymptomsTypesCausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Peristalsis? Symptoms Types Causes Treatment Gastrointestinal motility disorders are a group of medical conditions that cause problems withperistalsis(the muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract). When this happens, you can experience a variety of symptoms depending on which part of the digestive tract is affected. These include heartburn, regurgitation, choking, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeHow to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecoveryLong-Term Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery Long-Term Care Gastric sleeve surgery—also known as sleeve gastrectomy—is a type ofbariatric (weight loss) surgery. Gastric sleeve surgery involves reducing the size of your stomach so you feel full after eating only a small amount of food. While this operation is an effective means of losing weight, it’s not a permanent solution....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBefore the SurgeryDuring the SurgeryAfter the Surgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Before the Surgery During the Surgery After the Surgery Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as “sleeve gastrectomy,” is a procedure in which a major portion of the stomach is removed topromote rapid weight loss. The procedure is typically performed in a hospital undergeneral anesthesiaand the surgery usually takes between 40 and 70 minutes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe SurgeryDifferencesComparisonsWhich Is Right for You?Frequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Surgery Differences Comparisons Which Is Right for You? Frequently Asked Questions The best weight loss surgery option for you will depend on factors like your weight, medical history, expectations, and personal preferences. stefanamer / Getty Images What Is Bariatric Surgery? “Bariatric surgery"is another term for “weight loss surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment GastroduodenalCrohn’s diseaseis a type of inflammatory bowel condition that affects the stomach or upper part of the small intestines. It is an uncommon manifestation of Crohn’s disease, causing symptoms like pain, vomiting, weight loss, and feeling full too soon while eating. Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, from the mouth to the anus....