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Bowel Issues Affect 3 Out of 4 Pregnant Women These problems don't significantly affect quality of life, study says WebMD News from HealthDay By Mary Elizabeth Dallas HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly three out of four pregnant women experience bowel problems such as constipation and diarrhea, but these issues don't significantly affect their quality of life, a new study finds.

Black Pepper May Help Fight Fat Pungent Ingredient in Black Pepper Targets Fat Cells May 4, 2012 -- The same ingredient in black pepper that makes you sneeze may help keep you slim. A preliminary new study suggests that the pungent component in black pepper known as piperine fights fat by blocking the formation of new fat cells.

Nutrition and Aging: 7 Signs of Inadequate Nutrition Getting adequate nutrition may be trickier for older adults. Because seniors tend to be less active than younger people, they need fewer calories. Yet research shows that older people may need more of certain key nutrients, such as B vitamins and calcium.