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 ...

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

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 ...

The human digestive system refers to the organs that take in food and break them down. Digestion describes the complex process that enables the nutrients in food to enter the body and its cells. Food ...

Bloating after meals isn't just about overeating; it's often about food combinations. Pairing dairy with starches, fruit with ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My doctor recommended that I add more fruits and vegetables to my diet. I have slowly increased my intake over the past two months, but lately I have begun to experience increased ...

Your body’s biliary system encompasses your bile ducts, gallbladder, and the associated digestive structures. This system works together to move bile, also called digestive fluid, through your system ...

From bloating to discomfort, these five soothing teas help calm your stomach and get your digestive system back on track.

The digestive system begins to form by week five of pregnancy. Fetuses don't eat in the womb, but they do process nutrients ...