Many biological processes exhibit daytime differences governed by rhythmic exposure to sunlight, termed circadian rhythms. Researchers at Penn State recently found, in mice, that a protein critical to ...

A healthy digestive tract is the key to good health. The digestive process is complex and the digestive tract is designed to ...

Scientists at the University of Victoria (UVic) have discovered that a glycoprotein called Reelin may play a key role in restoring intestinal health, as well as reducing symptoms associated with ...

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

Dr. Tracy Proverb-Sign explains how a multidisciplinary team helps patients with GI cancers manage digestion, absorb ...

The digestive system does far more than simply process food. This complex network serves as the foundation for overall health, influencing everything from immune function and brain health to energy ...

Although chewing gum helps people refresh their breath or stay alert, what are the consequences of swallowing gum? Chewing gum was formerly made from tree resin, but it is now made from a synthetic ...

Gas and bloating interrelate, but they are distinct conditions. When gas accumulates in the digestive tract, it can cause bloating. However, it‘s common to be gassy without feeling bloated. Gas and ...

Constipation is common, but the right dietary choices can make a difference in how you feel. ALDI's Southern Grove Prunes ...

The mycobacteria that typically cause lung tuberculosis (TB) can also cause gastrointestinal (GI) TB. This condition typically requires prompt treatment with anti-tuberculous drugs. GI TB can involve ...

Gastrointestinal tuberculosis is an uncommon form of tuberculosis infection that usually occurs when Mycobacterium tuberculosis affects your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Tuberculosis is a bacterial ...