to our information website, dedicated to discussing diarrhea, as well as other digestive health issues. Diarrhea and Other Digestive Health Problems   On this site you will find useful information on related health topics. If you visit our main website, you can view our full products catalogue and find more detailed product information. © Specialist Supplements Ltd 2011 Diarrhea and other digestive health problems What is constipation? Information on digestive health disorders Colon cleansing and potential health benefits Welcome These products are part of our Inner Purity range and include: • colon cleansers and enema herbs • digestive aids and digestive enzymes • probiotics • candida albicans support supplements • liver and gallbladder cleansers • cleanse and detox supplements. If you have any questions, call us now on: 0845 094 3627! We supply premium quality, practitioner-strength health supplements, which can help to support digestive system health and bowel regularity. About diarrhea, bad breath, bloating, candida, diverticulitis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before looking at these health conditions in any detail, it is worth first considering the role of the colon. It is about 5 feet long and connects the small intestine with the rectum and anus. The major function of the colon is to absorb water, nutrients and salts from the partially digested food that enters from the small intestine. Two pints of liquid matter enter the colon from the small intestine each day. Stool volume is a third of a pint. The difference in volume represents what the colon absorbs each day. The colon is thought to respond strongly to external stimuli, such as different food types, stress and medication. For example, the lining of the colon (the epithelium) is affected by the immune and nervous systems. In individuals affected by Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), the epithelium appears to work properly. However, fast progression of the colon's contents can overcome the absorption capacity of the colon. The result can be too much fluid in the stool. In other individuals, colonic movement can be too slow, in which case too much fluid is absorbed and constipation develops. The motility of the colon can be spasmodic or can even stop temporarily. Spasms are sudden strong muscle contractions that come and go. Researchers are continuously studying gastrointestinal motility and sensitivity to find possible treatments for IBS and related symptoms (such as chronic diarrhea and constipation, bad breath, bloating and candida albicans). These studies include the structure and contraction of gastrointestinal muscles, as well as the mechanics of fluid movement through the intestines. Research suggests that people with IBS may have a colon that is more sensitive and reactive than usual to a variety of things, including stress and certain foods (e.g. wheat, rye, barley, chocolate, sugar, milk products and alcohol). Some evidence indicates that the immune system, which fights infection, also has a role. Understanding the influence of the nerves, hormones, and inflammation in IBS and other digestive health problems may lead to new treatments to better control the symptoms.  Supporting a healthy digestive system  0845 094 3627 [IBS] [Colon Cleansing] [Future Nutrition Range] [Health Blog] [Health Information] [Organic Supplements] [Slimming Information] [Slimming and Nutrition] [Organic Food Supplements] [Web Design] [Health Product Links] [Health Articles] [Own Brand Supplements] [Trade supplements] [Wholesale Vitamins and Minerals] [Own Label Products] [Practitioner Supplements] [Digestion Health] [Diet Foods] [Candida] [Diverticulitis] [Bad Breath] [Colon Cleansing Products] [Constipation] [Sitemap] [Sitemap.html] [Home]  [Irritable Bowel Syndrome] [Diarrhea] [Digestive Disorders] [Coeliac Disease] [Bloating]