This film explores the complex process of human digestion, detailing how food is broken down into molecules by the digestive system. It follows the journey of food from the mouth, where it is chewed ...

BLOOM (TAMPA) – Alexander Lake, DO, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, joined Gayle Guyardo, host of the globally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom, to shed light on one of the most ...

This story is part of a series exploring human anatomy and physiology complexities. Each story in this collection showcases discoveries reshaping our understanding of the body's inner workings, ...

Forget trendy supplements and cleanses. These expert-backed tips can keep you regular and support long-term health.

Chemical digestion occurs when the body uses enzymes to break down certain molecules, such as carbohydrates. This process allows the bloodstream to absorb smaller molecules to transport around the ...

Lupus affects different people in different ways. Many people with lupus have problems with their digestive system. How does lupus affect the digestive system? The digestive system includes the ...

Scientists have developed a special capsule that people can take like a pill, and it will move through the digestive system collecting data on metabolism and digestion. The work has been reported in ...

Making tissue patches from the cells found in a healthy intestine could one day treat certain digestive conditions, according to a study in mice. The tube-shaped intestines in our bodies contain an ...

Small intestine cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow in the tissues of the small bowel, the long tube that connects your ...

Your stomach's gurgles, medically termed borborygmus, are a normal sign of a healthy, active digestive system. These sounds, caused by food, liquid, and air moving through your intestines via ...