Alpha-galactosidase to prevent gas

Article Abstract:

Alpha-galactosidase may be an effective method for reducing intestinal gas in individuals on a high-fiber diet. High-fiber diets often include foods that human intestinal enzymes cannot degrade. Digestion of these foods by bacteria in the large intestine results in the production of hydrogen, carbon dioxide and methane gas. Production of these substances can cause the development of symptoms such abdominal cramps, bloating, diarrhea and intestinal gas. Alpha-galactosidase is an enzyme that can be bought without a prescription in pharmacies and grocery stores. Addition of this enzyme to food may prevent or decrease the development of gastrointestinal symptoms after eating certain foods. The consumer can buy a product called Beano to add to gas-producing foods. Beano contains alpha-galactosidase and two other enzymes extracted from mold.

Evaluation, Product/Service Evaluation, Prevention, Flatulence, Gastrointestinal gas, Beano (Food additive)

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Spread the world

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Judith Oulton is executive director of the International Council of Nurses (ICN) and her nursing career has spanned more than 20 years, working in a range of settings. She was previously chief executive officer of the Canadian Nurses' Association (CNA), one of the most influential organisations in the ICN. She feels that the ICN has made great achievements in the 98 years of its existence and that it still plays an important part in the global themes of primary health care, world policy, inclusiveness and interdisciplinary working. The ICN quadrennial congress will be held in Vancouver, Canada, and there is expected to be a large British contingent.

Conferences, meetings and seminars, International Council of Nurses

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Advising the Russians on how to prevent HIV spread

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The International Center for Better Health sponsored a symposium in Moscow to train Commonwealth of Independent States AIDS educators. About 300 participants attended 20 American-conducted workshops on various aspects of AIDS, such as advanced medical treatment, testing and confidentiality. The meeting took place on a cruise ship on the Moscow River and lasted five days.

Health aspects, Commonwealth of Independent States, AIDS (Disease), Soviet Union

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