Researchers have identified two gut bacteria that can produce serotonin, a key chemical that regulates bowel movements. In experiments with mice lacking serotonin, the microbes boosted serotonin ...

Recent studies show that coffee consumption’s role in gastrointestinal disorders, from GERD to cancer, is nuanced, underscoring the need for individual assessment.

An analysis of 2019 insurance claim data and national survey results shows that the prevalence of digestive diseases in the ...

Humans have just as many microbes in their microbiota as there are cells in the body, and most of these are in the large intestine (colon). They are an important part of our "digestion" because they ...

It's a well-known fact that stress negatively impacts mental health, but the effect of stress on the digestive system is ...

Many gastrointestinal diseases begin with symptoms so mild they are easy to ignore. Occasional heartburn, changes in bowel habits or discomfort after meals may not feel urgent, yet these subtle issues ...

Ensuring a balanced and nutritious diet for newly weaned children not only promotes growth but also lowers the risk for chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to new research. A study, ...

Most people dismiss stomach troubles as minor problems. A little bloating after a meal, occasional acidity, or a day of constipation rarely feels alarming. The common response is to ignore it, drink a ...

A parasite cleanse is a diet, herbal supplement, or other product that claims to get rid of parasites in your body. People who promote these cleanses claim that parasites are the cause of digestive ...

Jaguar’s rare-disease pipeline is the subject of ongoing BD discussions with potential partners, targeting NDA-ready data in 12-18 months Jaguar presenting January 22 at Sequire Investor Summit in ...