A major breakthrough in human genetics has been achieved with the complete decoding of the human Y chromosome, opening up new avenues for research into digestive diseases. This milestone, along with ...

The digestive system is like a big food factory inside our bodies. Its job is to break down the food we eat into smaller pieces so that our bodies can absorb the nutrients from the food to help us ...

A multicenter clinical trial published in JAMA has found that a long-used endoscopic procedure does not prevent recurrent pancreatitis in adults with an anatomic anomaly, challenging decades of ...

Against the backdrop of an alarming increase in the number of people under 50 being diagnosed with bowel cancer, researchers are urging people to bump up their fiber intake and improve their eating ...

Although there are several ways to decrease inflammation, mainly though treatment with medications, another strategy is to add more your protein to your diet, says Nayana George, MD, a ...

Many people assume that once a meal is finished, what happens afterward is not particularly important. However, the 30 ...

Every year on May 29, the world observes World Digestive Health Day to spread awareness about digestive wellness and ...

People with digestive system diseases should pay special attention to try to prevent dementia, a new study warns. That’s because certain gastrointestinal problems are linked to dementia — and some ...

For many smokers, the pattern feels familiar. A cigarette after a meal, followed by a wave of acidity, a sour taste in the ...