Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume. What did you have for breakfast today and where is that food now? Well, depending on how long ago you ...

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, ...

Answering one of the oldest questions in human physiology, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have discovered why the body's immune system -- perpetually on guard against foreign microbes ...

The small intestine's function is to break down food from the stomach and absorb the nutrients. The main role of the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine completes the first phase of ...

Sprouts are a symbol of healthy eating, but despite their clean image many people report bloating, gas and digestive discomfort after eating them.

Physicians in the fields of endocrinology and gastroenterology have said it is possible for an individual to live without a small intestine. They, however, said it was an expensive and difficult ...

Many people finish a normal meal and suddenly notice something uncomfortable: the stomach feels tight, stretched, or ...

The digestive system breaks down food into tiny particles which are absorbed into the blood. These particles provide energy for the body to grow, repair itself and remain healthy. Food that cannot be ...