Health experts say the digestive system does much more than process food, and subtle changes in gut health may influence energy, immunity, metabolism and even mood.

Gastroenterologists say good digestion isn't just about avoiding stomach discomfort. A healthy digestive system helps your ...

After-food gut health tests offer ways to identify why you may be experiencing bloating. Here are the types of after-food gut ...

New research finds there is significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between healthy individuals. The finding has implications for ...

Digestive discomfort affects millions of people daily, creating painful symptoms that interfere with work, sleep, and quality of life. Whether caused by illness, stress, medication side effects, or ...

There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days of Christmas series of posts, highlighting one science ...

A new, first-of-its-kind device is making it easier to track your digestive health by turning your daily bathroom routine ...

The mouth starts the digestion process by breaking food down into a more easily digestible form. It does this through a combination of mechanical and chemical digestion. After people take food in ...

Monsoon can increase the risk of gut problems due to food contamination, unsafe water and hygiene mistakes. Learn simple ways ...

In the 1966 sci-fi film Fantastic Voyage, a group of scientists ventures inside the body of an injured colleague to save him from a life-threatening blood clot. They get a front-row seat to the ...

But when it comes to what is actually happening inside your digestive system after that first bite, sourdough and whole wheat bread are playing very different games. And knowing which one is working ...

Fine air particles, less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter (PM 2.5), are a major air pollutant linked to various health problems. These particles can travel deep into the lungs and even enter the ...