A new human study suggests that extra virgin olive oil may support brain health by influencing the gut microbiome.

The human body runs on chemistry—from the water that regulates temperature to the proteins that carry oxygen and signal cells ...

A high-fat diet can cause the intestinal lining to weaken, allowing live gut bacteria to travel directly to the brain in mice ...

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 ...

Late-night eating may do more than disturb sleep. Expert explains how frequent nighttime meals can strain metabolism and ...

THC affects several physiological systems in the body. THC can cause acute cardiovascular changes, primarily due to its impact on the autonomic nervous system. Heart Rate: Tachycardia (increased heart ...

Most people know only two things about the appendix: You don’t need it – and if it bursts, you need surgery fast. That basic ...

Digestive health is one of the most important, yet often overlooked, parts of overall wellness. Constipation might not be a glamorous topic, but it affects millions of people daily and can seriously ...

Now scientists in Japan believe they may have discovered an important reason why some constipation treatments do not work.

Throne, a startup based in Austin, has developed a toilet add-on that measures gut health through things like frequency, ...

Green tea contains beneficial compounds that may support immune health by reducing inflammation, fighting oxidative stress, ...