You may understand the respiratory and digestive systems as separate entities but, in many ways, the two are intimately connected. For example, breathing provides oxygen to help your digestive tract ...

An introduction to the amazing functions of the human body's digestive system. An introduction to the amazing functions of the human body's digestive system. Our continued survival as individuals and ...

You already know that what you eat affects how well your digestive system functions. Overindulge in processed foods or sugary carbonated beverages, and you might experience gas, bloating, or ...

Complex microbial communities inhabit vertebrate digestive systems but thorough understanding of the ecological dynamics and functions of host-associated microbiota within natural habitats is limited.

Good digestion is essential for overall health, as it ensures the body properly absorbs nutrients while eliminating waste efficiently. While certain habits can help, such as drinking enough water and ...

(Nanowerk News) The ability of small intestine cells to absorb nutrients and act as a barrier to pathogens is "significantly decreased" after chronic exposure to nanoparticles of titanium dioxide, a ...

Researchers have found that light modulates digestive system function in sea urchin larvae, even in the absence of food stimuli. Opsin cells, which are involved in light-dependent systems, mediated ...

It's now common knowledge that mental and physical health are highly intertwined, and that factors such as stress, anxiety and depression can have a significant impact on your body. At the moment, ...

The ability of small intestine cells to absorb nutrients and act as a barrier to pathogens is 'significantly decreased' after chronic exposure to nanoparticles of titanium dioxide, a common food ...