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 ...

Your gastrointestinal (GI) tract, also known as your digestive tract, is involved in the process of digesting food, absorbing nutrients from it, and getting rid of the waste products in the form of ...

Ever wondered how long it takes for your body to digest a slice of pizza or a kale salad? Digestion might not be something we think about often, but it’s a vital process that keeps us going, ...

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

When it comes to intestines, it sure seems like two are better than one. I asked my friend Franck Carbonero why that is. He’s a microbiologist at Washington State University. He studies the bacteria ...

Researchers announced early tests of a new potato processing technique designed to make our bodies digest potato starch more slowly. Laboratory demonstrations show that the approach blocks certain ...

Bloating rarely comes from one heavy meal alone. More often, it’s the result of digestion slowing down, food sitting longer in the gut, fermenting, creating gas, and leaving you feeling uncomfortable ...

The choice between an early-bird special and a fashionably late dinner affects more than just social schedules; it can have a big impact on your digestive health and sleep quality. Your body needs ...