Health

A look back at the health problems the Queen faced

Having lived almost a century, with a magnificent reign of seven decades, Queen Elizabeth II became the world's second-longest reigning monarch. Until the final days in her life, the Queen still attended royal engagements.

High levels of stress can cause or aggravate gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, stomach pain, and changes in bowel movements, which can include constipation. Researchers have identified various connections between the brain and stomach that may lead to constipation symptoms.

Sitting too long can lead to an array of health problems (obesity and poor posture, for example), but the impact on gut health is often overlooked. In this article, we’ll dig deeper into how digestion and gut health are affected by too much sitting, and what to do about it.

Hemorrhoids, or piles, are a common problem. These swollen veins inside the rectum or outside the anus can cause pain, anal itching and rectal bleeding. Symptoms often improve with at-home treatments but on occasion people need medical procedures. Eating more fiber can help prevent hemorrhoids.