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 ...

On World Digestive Health Day, which is a reminder that a healthy digestive system is the key to overall health and quality life, we spoke to Dr Subhasish Mazumder, who is the senior Director of ...

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 ...

That morning cup of steaming water might be doing far more good than you realize. While many reach for coffee or tea to start their day, health experts are highlighting the remarkable benefits of ...

This story is part of a series exploring human anatomy and physiology complexities. Each story in this collection showcases discoveries reshaping our understanding of the body's inner workings, ...

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ in the upper-right abdomen. It stores and releases bile, which is a liquid the liver produces, to support digestion by helping to break down fats. The ...

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Constipation is a very common problem that affects millions of people worldwide, but it is not something that has to be lived ...