Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Gut health is linked to digestion, skin, mood, and immune system function.Symptoms ...

That knot in the stomach before a big presentation isn't just anxiety—it's a sophisticated neural network firing signals ...

The impact of eating spicy foods regularly can trigger changes to your gut and digestion, which can involve both positive and negative effects.

We often treat intestinal infections as an episode: a few days of symptoms, elimination of the pathogen, and recovery. In this view, the disease has a clear beginning and end. However, patient ...

Although chewing gum helps people refresh their breath or stay alert, what are the consequences of swallowing gum? Chewing gum was formerly made from tree resin, but it is now made from a synthetic ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Bloating is a temporary feeling of fullness, pressure, or tightness in your abdomen, possibly ...

The digestive system does far more than simply process food. This complex network serves as the foundation for overall health, influencing everything from immune function and brain health to energy ...

Forget juice cleanses and 10-day detoxes — doctors say the smarter way to feel better fast starts in your gut, and it doesn’t require starving, suffering or giving up real food. The gut isn’t just ...

NYU researchers have found a microbial signature of pediatric Crohn's disease that differs from the makeup of gut bacteria in ...

New research shows that encapsulated probiotics improve memory, while non-encapsulated powder is better for reducing anxiety ...

The mycobacteria that typically cause lung tuberculosis (TB) can also cause gastrointestinal (GI) TB. This condition typically requires prompt treatment with anti-tuberculous drugs. GI TB can involve ...