"Probiotics are live microorganisms, often called 'good bacteria,' that help maintain a healthy balance in your gut by ...

These "belly bullies" are most likely to upset your digestive system, throw your gut bacteria out of whack, cause ...

New research published in Cell finds that as intestinal microbes break down certain foods, they release small molecules that help regulate intestinal inflammation and promote resistance to intestinal ...

Maintaining good colon health is essential for overall well-being and can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.

is disrupted by mechanical or chemical processes making the food more rapidly digestible so it doesn't reach the lower intestine. The researchers suggested this could be also be due to the added ...

However, it can take between 2 to 5 days for food to move through the intestines and exit the body. You can't speed up digestion, but you can improve it by eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.