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 ...

Everywhere you go, you carry a population of microbes in your gastrointestinal tract that outnumber the human cells making up ...

Abdominal pain is a hallmark of many digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome.

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 ...

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 colon is part of the digestive system. It helps the body absorb water and nutrients from food before excreting the waste. It is made up of muscle and located just below the stomach. People ...

Digestive discomfort—whether it's bloating after a heavy meal or the occasional bout of indigestion—can make anyone miserable ...

Scientists have created the first detailed day-by-day map of human embryo development using single-cell technology.

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 ...

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