TIPS & TRICKS FOR SAFE FASTING TO AVOID DIGESTIVE DISORDERS

Fasting in Ramadan is an obligatory command from Allah SWT that must be done by Muslims. The suggestion to do this fast has good benefits for health. As mentioned in the hadith from Abu Hurairah RA, Rasulullah SAW said "fasting you will be healthy" (HR. Ath Thabrani in Mu'jam al Awsath). A

MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT COLORECTAL CANCER

Based on the Health Ministry of Indonesia, colon cancer or colorectal cancer is a malignancy that attacks the intestinal tissue consisting of the colon (the longest part of the large intestine) and/or the rectum (the final part of the large intestine before the anus)(Health Ministry). Currently, colon cancer is the third most

CAN SMOKING CAUSE GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE (GERD)?

Do you know what Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is? GERD is a stomach acid disease characterized by a burning feeling in the chest, frequent belching, sour taste in the mouth, and even shortness of breath. This is due to the weakening of the lower esophageal sphincter muscle which is located at the

SELF-ISOLATION TIPS WHEN OMICRON STRIKES

A new variant of the coronavirus, omicron has been detected in several countries, one of which is Indonesia. The rate of transmission of this variant virus is referred to as one of the fastest. The World Health Organization (WHO) said the omicron variant was first reported to WHO from South Africa on

The Prevalence of GERD Among Fishermen in Indonesia is Higher than The Urban Population in Indonesia

The prevalence of GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) varies considerably by region and continues to increase worldwide. In addition to geographical differences, lifestyle and habits are also factors that trigger GERD. Based on research conducted by Zein et al (2021) on the prevalence and habit-associated risk factors of gastroesophageal reflux disease among fishermen

IBD and Its Risks to Colon Cancer

19 May is celebrated as World Day for inflammatory bowel disease. What is IBD? Is it true that IBD increases the risk of colon cancer? A study says, IBD patients have a 5x higher risk of colorectal cancer than ordinary people. In other words, IBD is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.

Wise Ways to Take Gastric Medicine During a Pandemic

The pandemic is suspected of having a broad impact on public health. This is because during the pandemic, various health problems emerged, including gastric disease. Gastroentero-hepatology consultant and chairman of PB PEGI, Prof. Dr. dr. Ari Fahrial Syam, MMB, SpPD, K-GEH, FACP, FACG, FINASIM said that in 3 consecutive weeks he found

Benefits of Fasting for Digestion

The holy month of Ramadan is a month full of blessings, as is fasting. Fasting is said to have various benefits for the health of the body. According to a number of studies, someone who fasts in the month of Ramadan for 1 full month is reported to have a better immune