Using new technology, researchers at UC Davis and Stanford University are able to study microbes and metabolism in different parts of the human digestive system for the first time. (Getty Images) Most ...

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 ...

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 ...

Ever wondered how long it takes for your body to digest a slice of pizza or a kale salad? Digestion might not be something we think about often, but it’s a vital process that keeps us going, ...

Eating meals too quickly may contribute to digestive discomfort and overeating. Proper chewing, allowing time for fullness ...