We’re only halfway through the weeklong holiday of Passover, and while the rest of the country may be on Spring Break, those of us clinicians who work in gastroenterology practices are putting in ...

Good sources of fiber for getting on a regular schedule also include prunes and kiwi fruit. “These are actually the best ...

Traveling can slow your digestion—these easy tips help you avoid constipation and stay comfortable on every trip.

The holiday season is often a time for celebration, family gatherings, and indulgence in rich foods. However, this joyous time of year can take a toll on your digestive health. From rich meals to ...

Stomach problems are one of the most common symptoms of stress and anxiety. Researchers have identified a connection between the gut and the brain. Like the brain, your gut is full of nerves called ...

There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days of Christmas series of posts, highlighting one science ...

The best time to take digestive enzymes is usually within the first few bites of a meal, Dr. Bedford says. “You want the ...

The last stage of digestion is excretion. When you have bowel movements, you are removing all the material from food that your body couldn't use. Typically, your body has already removed essential ...

You may be familiar with some of the more notable symptoms of menopause, like changes in menstruation, hot flashes, and sleep disturbances. The same hormone changes ...