The mucosal surfaces that line the body are embedded with defensive molecules that help keep microbes from causing ...

Canadian researchers say a blood test measuring immune response to gut bacteria could help predict Crohn’s disease years ...

Research shows that a single drinking binge—roughly four drinks for women or five for men within about two hours—can disrupt ...

The human gastrointestinal tract houses roughly 100 trillion microorganisms (good bacteria). These microorganisms make up ...

Gut health goes far beyond digestion. Experts explain how your gut influences mood, skin health and immunity and why caring ...

Some people turn to juice cleanses hoping to “reset” their gut, but juice cleanses may do more harm than good when it comes ...

Alcohol can irritate the digestive tract, alter gut bacteria and interfere with how the intestines absorb water, doctors said.

Although chewing gum helps people refresh their breath or stay alert, what are the consequences of swallowing gum? Chewing gum was formerly made from tree resin, but it is now made from a synthetic ...

A glowing complexion doesn’t start and end with skincare. The secret to radiance might be in your pantry.  Here are the foods ...