When it comes to intestines, it sure seems like two are better than one. I asked my friend Franck Carbonero why that is. He’s a microbiologist at Washington State University. He studies the bacteria ...

Between plant milk, pre- and probiotics, and gluten-free alternatives, I think (and talk!) about digestive health more than ever before. I know that digestion is how the body breaks down food and ...

But you might notice it when you’re farting a lot more than usual, and it may make you wonder if something is going on with your health. While being gassy can be embarrassing, it’s actually a normal ...

Some simple changes to your eating habits, like thoroughly chewing your food and adding fermented foods to your diet, can help increase stomach acid. Stomach acid, also referred to as gastric acid, is ...

If you view chewing as just a necessary step to prevent choking, you’re doing it wrong. Chewing is crucial to healthy digestion, and research suggests that many of us, particularly young people, ...

Diet and lifestyle changes, such as eating whole foods and avoiding late-night meals, can have a positive impact on your gut health. Everyone experiences occasional digestive symptoms such as upset ...

Sleep and digestive health are closely linked through what experts call the gut–sleep axis. Poor sleep can disrupt digestion ...

In general, it will take four to six hours for your stomach to digest food. 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 ...

Many people slip into the habit of late-night dinners, whether after long workdays or relaxed evenings at home. However, doctors increasingly recommend having meals at least three hours before bedtime ...