You may understand the respiratory and digestive systems as separate entities but, in many ways, the two are intimately connected. For example, breathing provides oxygen to help your digestive tract ...

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have discovered that the gut's rhythmic muscle movements could help explain how blood vessels in the brain expand and contract together.

While most of us only think of our digestive system as helping to process the foods we eat or being behind the occasional stomach ache, a healthy gut can also impact everything from stronger immunity ...

Food goes on a long, complex journey through your body before becoming poo. Each part of the digestive system plays a special role in breaking it down.

In the quest for optimal health, gut health often takes center stage. A balanced gut can significantly impact your overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion to mood. Enter Ginger Gut ...

From steaming bowls of soup to ice-cold smoothies, the temperature of our food does more than just please our palates—it triggers a complex series of physiological responses throughout our digestive ...

Most people experience periods of bloating, which involves a tight, full feeling in the stomach that's often combined with gas. Although it's very common and generally not serious, the condition can ...

Researchers have discovered microplastics and nanoplastics in the human brain, reproductive organs, and other vital systems.

A baby's digestive system starts to develop before you might even know you're pregnant. While their first bowel movement ...

Share on Pinterest A new TikTok health craze called “fart walking” could promote digestive health and reduce diabetes risk by preventing blood sugar spikes. Olga Pankova/Getty Images A new viral ...

You may be familiar with some of the more notable symptoms of menopause, like changes in menstruation, hot flashes, and sleep disturbances. The same hormone changes ...