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

New research finds there is significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between healthy individuals. The finding has implications for ...

Scientists can have an inside look at the digestive system by studying very special cows. Follow a University of Idaho scientist as he explains how cows digest their food by opening a unique portal ...

Chemical digestion occurs when the body uses enzymes to break down certain molecules, such as carbohydrates. This process allows the bloodstream to absorb smaller molecules to transport around the ...

It’s large and it’s complicated, but a horse’s digestive system, much like a person’s, works like a dream when it’s ...

Most people experience periods of bloating, which involves a tight, full feeling in the stomach that's often combined with gas. Although it's very common and generally not serious, the condition can ...

Digestive discomfort – whether it's bloating after a heavy meal or the occasional bout of indigestion – can make anyone ...