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Study finds constipation is a significant risk factor for major cardiac events

An international study led by Monash University researchers has found a surprising connection between constipation and an increased risk of major adverse cardiac events (MACE), including heart attacks ...
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The Best Diets to Help Prevent Constipation, According to a New Study

Here’s yet another reason to follow these two popular eating patterns. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD This study found that Mediterranean and plant-based diets may prevent ...
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Constipation increases your risk of a heart attack, new study finds—and not just on the toilet

The study only looked at the data from people of European ancestry. However, there is good reason to believe the link between constipation and heart attacks applies to other populations. A Japanese ...
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Constipation during period and managing changes in digestive habits throughout life

Changes in digestive habits can happen for many different reasons. Intestinal transit can depend on many factors like diet, ...
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Constipation increases your risk of a heart attack, new study finds – and not just on the toilet

If you Google the terms “constipation” and “heart attack” it’s not long before the name Elvis Presley crops up. Elvis had a longstanding history of chronic constipation and it’s believed he was ...