In this short science video, I use a fun model to show just how long your small intestine actually is and why it is not very ...

Developing slowly over months to years, feline small cell gastrointestinal (GI) lymphoma can be difficult to detect. 1 With this type of cancer resembling many of the common digestive issues cats ...

A research team led by Nam Ki-taek, a professor at Yonsei University's Medical Life Sciences Department, and Jeong Ha-yeong, ...

The human gastrointestinal tract houses roughly 100 trillion microorganisms (good bacteria). These microorganisms make up ...

High-fiber foods are your best options for nourishing your gut. Here, experts explain why they're so good for you, plus share ...

The human digestive system is a finely balanced network, yet even minor disruptions can lead to conditions that affect daily ...

A new review in Frontiers in Nutrition suggests resistant starch may help support blood sugar control and reduce inflammation ...

Pancreatic organoids reveal how lumen shape is controlled by the balance between cell proliferation, internal pressure, and epithelial permeability.

Your gut microbiome is as unique as your fingerprint. These bacteria perform important jobs, including breaking down fiber ...

Most of us hear “gut health” advice all the time. Eat more fiber. Take a probiotic. Cut down on junk food. What rarely gets ...

Filmmaker Kiran Rao recently underwent appendix surgery and is recovering well. Her experience has renewed focus on ...

Matching weight loss tools to the dominant drivers of weight regulation can lead to more effective, durable, and personalized ...