When the balance of gut bacteria is disrupted, it can contribute to gastrointestinal issues such as irritable bowel syndrome ...

A nutrition expert breaks down how long it takes to digest food—and shares tips on keeping your digestive system healthy.

When it comes to digestion, several myths have proliferated over the years. One says the body can't digest chewing gum, another that beans cause more gas and bloating than other foods, and perhaps the ...

Drinking green tea may make you poop due to its caffeine content, and by increasing hydration and decreasing stress. Learn ...

Effects of gut microbes on nutrient absorption and energy regulation (Krajmalnik-Brown R, Ilhan ZE, Kang DW, DiBaise JK. Effects of gut microbes on nutrient absorption and energy regulation. Nutr Clin ...

New research reveals that a vitamin found in common foods may influence how often people go to the bathroom, according to a ...

Jordan Haworth, a gastrointestinal physiologist at the Microbiome Clinic, and nutritionist Adrienne Benjamin highlighted ...

Digesting spicy, dairy, and processed foods may be more difficult with age. Eating fiber-rich whole foods, exercising, sleeping better, and lowering stress can help. As people age, their digestive ...

Digestive challenges, such as stomach discomfort, bloating and flatulence, are associated with fried food consumption. Here ...

When people eat foods they love, sometimes those treats don’t love them back, causing digestive discomfort that has them reaching for a remedy. At times, that’s in the form of digestive enzyme ...

Plus, how to maximize the benefits.

Understanding how the digestion process influences and alters the composition and structure of food is essential for food ...