The gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria and other microbes that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract—drives a process vital for protecting the colon against tissue injury, according to the findings ...

For many of us, the morning ritual of brewing a cup of coffee is about more than just a caffeine kick; it is a necessary gateway to the productive day ahead. Yet, for years, scientists have suspected ...

Researchers have developed a human intestinal cell model that closely mimics the structure and function of the human gut, enabling more precise prediction of drug-induced gastrointestinal toxicity ...

Bananas get blamed for blood sugar spikes because they taste sweet and travel well. Many people label them "too sugary" for diabetes. Yet glucose responses depend on dose, ripeness, timing, and the ...

Researchers found a commercial deworming tablet released only 10% of its drug content in dissolution testing, prompting investigation of new formulations designed to improve drug release and extend ...

Study finds pigmented japonica rice like black and green varieties contain bioactive lipids and show slower starch digestion ...

Community-led testing in Cahokia Heights turned up E. coli in kitchen tap water, reigniting long-running fears about sewage flooding and the safety of drinking water in parts of the Metro-East.

Study finds major methodological differences across seven direct-to-consumer stool tests, producing taxonomic profiles as variable as those between individuals — limiting clinical use.

GLP-1 drugs like (Ozempic and Wegovy) have finally started to make weight loss a sustainable reality for many people with ...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of regenerative medicine, 2026 has marked a turning point in how we approach recovery. We ...

Intestine-Mimicking Cell Model Accurately Predicts Drug Toxicity KRIBBs hIEC model detects gastrointestinal toxicity with 94% accuracy, offering early prediction of drug side effects ...