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Dr. Rodgers notes that healthy meals don't need to be expensive, and shares tips for eating healthy on a budget.

Advice about what to eat and drink to slow chronic kidney disease (CKD), including suggestions to work with a dietitian to create and change meal plans.

Defines diverticulosis and diverticulitis and provides information about symptoms, causes, complications, and treatment.

Learn about the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of kidney stones in children as well as prevention strategies and treatment options.

Learn about the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of kidney stones as well as prevention strategies and treatment options.

Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention.

Overview of peptic (stomach) ulcers, including the causes, link to NSAID pain medicines, symptoms, treatments, and foods to avoid.

Discusses symptoms and treatment of IBS, a group of symptoms that occur together, including repeated pain in your abdomen and changes in your bowel movements.

Ever tried to eat just one potato chip, or take just one bite of chocolate cake? It may feel impossible. A little nibble triggers an urge to eat more. Some people feel driven to keep eating to the point where the food’s no longer enjoyable. You know the resulting weight gain will harm your health. So why do you keep eating when it’s not in your best interest?

A harmful algal bloom (HAB) occurs when toxin-producing algae grow excessively in a body of water. Algae are microscopic organisms that live in aquatic environments and use photosynthesis to produce energy from sunlight, just like plants. The excessive algal growth, or algal bloom, becomes visible to the naked eye and can be green, blue-green, red, or brown, depending on the type of algae.