Milk contains a sugar called lactose. In order to digest lactose, the body must produce a special enzyme called lactase. If the body doesn't produce enough lactase, the undigested lactose can cause gas, nausea, cramps, and diarrhea. This is lactose intolerance. Certain groups are more prone to lactose intolerance: Blacks, Native Americans, Asians, the elderly, and the sick.

People often get an upset stomach when they take a supplement with iron. We do not include iron in our supplements. Many people tell us PowerVites is the first multi-vitamin they could take without getting an upset stomach or vitamin "burp". Most supplements should be taken with food. You might want to consider taking PowerSleep with some crackers or your evening meal. See similar questions...

Make sure that your physician is aware of your stomach problems so that he or she can prescribe a pain reliever that does not irritate the stomach or cause bleeding from or ulcers in the stomach, which these medications can sometimes do. Suitable choices may be an aspirin-free pain reliever, such as acetaminophen, or an NSAID that causes fewer GI symptoms (such as salsalate). As an alternative, the physician may prescribe another medication to lessen the side effects of NSAIDs. See similar questions...

Following methods are usually recommended for piles (hemorrhoids) but they should be done only after consulting your doctor. Application of cream or suppositories (bullet-shaped tablets to be inserted into the anus), soothes itching and pain, and diminishes the swelling and bleeding. Little rubber bands can be tied around the hemorrhoids, which might cause them to shrivel and whither away. See similar questions...

Yes, silicea Gastrointestinal Gel can be administered to children without any risk, as it is a pure, gently effective natural product without harmful additives such as preservatives. It acts on a purely physical basis by absorbing gases and pathogens and the associated toxins much in the same way as a sponge. The harmful waste substances are subsequently excreted by entirely natural means via the digestive tract. See similar questions...

Yes. Bananas stimulate the production of mucus and cells in the stomach that create a barrier between the stomach lining and the acidic gastric substances that cause heartburn and stomach upset. If a person is actively vomiting, however, bananas or other solids may not be recommended. In this situation, clear liquids would be more appropriate. Once the person is ready to start eating solid food again, it is best to start with bland food. Bananas are considered a bland food. See similar questions...

No, BarleyGreen is mildly alkaline, which pH balances the acidic stomach juices. This can aid in settling the stomach. STRESS RELIEF PILLS - SUPREME GREENS & BARLEY GREEN - ENZYTE - ENHANCEMENT PILLS - ACAI - NATURAL CURES THEY DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT See similar questions...

No, Fibro 90/10 is designed as a fiber and nutrient rich formula compatible with everyday ingestion. If you have a chronic stomach condition please consult your health care practitioner. See similar questions...

There is no guarantee that Fasprin® won't upset your stomach or cause damage. Since Fasprin® is absorbed by the lining of the mouth and carried with about 140 blood vessels, no tablet makes contact with the lining of the stomach to cause direct irritation. Fasprin® reduces the possibility of irritation to the stomach and obtains blood thinning properties. About half of those on low-dose aspirin don't gain the full benefit of blood thinning when they swallow the low-dose aspirin. See similar questions...

Following a BRAT diet (Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Tea) for several days will allow for the colon to begin to heal. Reintroduction of foods should be done slowly and should begin with easily-tolerated foods like plain chicken, cooked carrots or squash and baked sweet potatoes. See similar questions...

The importance of this question can not be underestimated. Many treatment programs do not have stringent admissions criteria. As a result, youth who enter these programs are frequently and unnecessarily exposed to peers who introduce them to new, destructive behaviors and dangers. At ECHO, we are committed to a thorough screening process to insure that all persons accepted into the program are a good fit. See similar questions...

In case of an upset stomach or diarrhea, Implanon® will still prevent pregnancy. This is because the hormone in Implanon® is not taken orally and therefore does not have to go through the digestive system. See similar questions...

Train your gut" prior to competition. Find out whether it's best for you to eat a small 300-600 calorie meal one hour before exercise (1-2 gram carbs/kg) or a larger 800-1200 calorie meal four hours before exercise (3-4gram carbs/kg), or something in between. Try liquid meals. Also "train your gut" for drinking 8-16 oz of a sports drink 15 min before exercise and 4-8 oz every 15 minutes during exercise. -- J. See similar questions...

Levity doesn't normally cause any gastrointestinal difficulties, but if taken on an empty stomach, users may experience a vitamin taste when they burp. We recommend that Levity be taken with a meal, preferably in the morning (remember, it provides natural energy in support of a healthy mood). Users with very delicate stomachs could break the tablet in half, taking each half with a meal, or even try powdering the tablet and adding it to food. See similar questions...

The fear of pain is the leading concern of most patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. Often a vague mid-abdominal pain is one of the first symptoms of pancreatic cancer. There is no fixed pattern, but often, over time, the pain of pancreatic cancer may move or radiate more through the abdomen to the back area. See similar questions...

GI bleeding is an abbreviation for gastrointestinal bleeding. GI bleeding can have many causes from esophagitis to gastritis (inflammation in the stomach) to peptic ulcers to polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, tumors, and hemorrhoids. Those with PXE are subject to the same diseases as the general population, so any of these could develop in individuals with PXE and have nothing to do with PXE. See similar questions...

Try taking the NAC on an empty stomach (like before your meal), with a large glass of water, juice, milk or soda. Discontinue the NAC and let your doctor know if you are having any negative side effects. See similar questions...

She will be hyper-sensitive to noises while she adjusts, but if her reactions seem severe then discuss this with your vet. See similar questions...

It depends on your specific symptoms, but many people have told us that Queasy Drops helped with their flu symptoms. See similar questions...