BLOOM (TAMPA) – Alexander Lake, DO, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, joined Gayle Guyardo, host of the globally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom, to shed light on one of the most ...

This story is part of a series exploring human anatomy and physiology complexities. Each story in this collection showcases discoveries reshaping our understanding of the body's inner workings, ...

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 ...

The small intestine is responsible for absorbing our dietary nutrients, but it also plays a role in warding off toxic chemicals and life-threatening bacteria. Yale researchers now report on the ...

Beans contain nutrients that help to regulate your digestive system and improve your gut health. There are various ways to add beans to your diet.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition that happens when there is too much bacteria, or the wrong kind of bacteria, in your small intestine. An article in StatPearls describes how ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Eating watermelon can support hydration and healthy digestion.People with IBS or fructose intolerance may avoid eating a lot of watermelon. Two cups of ...