Chemical digestion occurs when the body uses enzymes to break down certain molecules, such as carbohydrates. This process allows the bloodstream to absorb smaller molecules to transport around the ...

Using new technology, researchers at UC Davis and Stanford University are able to study microbes and metabolism in different parts of the human digestive system for the first time. (Getty Images) Most ...

To see what the deal is with drinking your coffee too fast and how that could result in digestive discomfort, we enlisted the help from Brooklyn–based dietitian Maddie Pasquariello, MS, RDN. How does ...

Knowing if our digestion is “normal” or “abnormal” can help us to know whether we need to improve our digestive health. My goal with this column is to help you better understand how to identify ...

The human body undergoes numerous changes throughout life, with many significant transitions occurring during the decade of the 40s. Among these changes, the decrease in digestive enzyme production ...

Just imagine how good it would be to be able to eat your meals without bloating or gas or feeling heavy afterwards. The post ...

If you have digestive problems, eating certain foods can help relieve symptoms. This includes fermented foods like kimchi and yogurt and fiber-rich foods like dark green vegetables, seeds, and whole ...