New research finds there is significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between healthy individuals. The finding has implications for ...

An introduction to the amazing functions of the human body's digestive system. An introduction to the amazing functions of the human body's digestive system. Our continued survival as individuals and ...

There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days of Christmas series of posts, highlighting one science ...

A new biobattery could power ingestible cameras in the small intestine. Tech companies have developed many devices that work outside the body, such as cell phones, smart watches, tablets and hundreds ...

The gut microbiome is having a moment. If you aren’t convinced, you probably haven’t watched the new Netflix documentary Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut, which provides a quirky and engaging ...

The human body is made up of many amazing parts and systems that all work together to keep us healthy. One of the key components of both the respiratory system and the digestive system is the pharynx, ...

Regular physical exercise can benefit digestion. Exercising can also improve overall health and help manage the symptoms of certain health conditions. Physical activity can help food move through the ...