Chilli Powder for Snacks, Is it Harmful to Digestion?

Lately circulating chain messages through social networks about the dangers of using chili powder on snacks like crispy tofu, french fries, or cilok. It was said that the chili powder can cause diphtheria due to polluted rat urine. Based on the circulation of an 11-second video that shows a pile of dried

Exposure to Forest Fire Haze Can Cause Stomach Upset

Haze due to forest and land fires is commonly known as a cause of respiratory distress. Smoke containing toxic substances can be carcinogenic to cancers such as the lungs. Although it's not always automatic that everyone affected by smoke will suffer cancer, long-term exposure can increase the potential for lung cancer. In

Get to Know GERD, Cancer Triggers Gastric Disease

GERD or Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease is a condition where the contents of the stomach reflux / reverse direction repeatedly, into the esophagus which causes various clinical symptoms and or complications that interfere. The prevalence of GERD events continues to increase due to the high consumption of foods that cause GERD in

5 Reasons Why Infused Water is Good for the Body

Infused water or detox water is a mixture of mineral water with pieces of fruit that are allowed to stand for a while. This drink is popular among the people because it is claimed to have many benefits for the body, especially for maintaining health. So, what exactly are the benefits of

Meet the Form of Stool Like This? Beware of Chronic Constipation Symptoms

Chronic constipation is a disease with 1.78 times greater risk of developing colon cancer and 2.78 times greater risk of developing benign tumors in the large intestine. Chronic constipation is generally characterized by constipation or constipation (bowel movements) for days. However, it seems that someone who routinely defecates can develop chronic constipation

Know the Symptoms and Ways to Prevent Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A caused concern after the of cases in Pacitan District, East Java which resulted in 975 people being infected. The number of cases of liver infections due to behavior and eating patterns that are less hygienic will usually increase at the end of the dry season and at the beginning of

Asian Pacific Digestive Week (APDW) 2020

Event : Asian Pacific Digestive Week (APDW) 2020, Dates: 17-20 September 2020, in Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Malaysia. Hosted by the Asian Pacific Digestive Week Federation and presented by the Asian Pacific Association of Gastroenterology, the Asian Pacific Society of Digestive Endoscopy, the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the

Malang Gastroenterohepatology Update – 8

Malang Gastroenterohepatology Update – 8 in conjunction with Sudema Gastroenterohepatologi XV & The 4th Indonesian Telemedicine Workshop event Date     : November 14-17, 2019 Venue  : Atria Hotel and Conference Malang Theme : Best Practices of Gastroenterohepatology and Pancreatobilliary in the Hi-Tech Era Events : 1.  Research Competition (Oral Presentation & Poster

Safe and Healthy Tips for “Mudik”

Eid al-fitr is over, now is the time for people to return to their respective cities, or commonly known as the "Mudik". For preparing "mudik", there are several things that need to be considered for landline users so that the body remains healthy and safe during the long journey, as stated by

Prohibition of Eating Spicy Food during Fasting, Myth or Facts?

  During the month of Ramadan, there are many dietary suggestions to stay healthy while fasting, one of which is a suggestion to avoid consuming spicy foods. This recommendation aims to avoid indigestion or heartburn during fasting. But are these recommendations in accordance with the doctor's recommendations? Gastrointestinal consultant RSCM / FK