The human digestive system is a finely balanced network, yet even minor disruptions can lead to conditions that affect daily ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition that causes gut pain and bloating, and women are far more likely to ...

“We also see an increase in osteoporosis and more fragile bone density in older age, so calcium and vitamin D are very ...

The hormone estrogen—which female animals typically have more of than males—triggers a molecular cascade in the gut that ...

Patients with severe IBS had higher S-EDE-Q scores, and patients with IBS and clinically significant eating disorder symptoms had higher levels of anxiety and depression.

Certain plant foods help feed the bacteria in our gut microbiome, so it’s vital to get our daily fill. Their benefits go ...

Fermented foods support everyday gut balance, while probiotic supplements target specific digestive issues. Experts explain ...

Researchers have investigated the role that estrogen plays in signaling more gut pain, and it isn't working alone.

Scientists have discovered that oestrogen activates pathways in the colon that trigger pain and make the female gut more sensitive to certain foods ...

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

“We also see an increase in osteoporosis and more fragile bone density in older age, so calcium and vitamin D are very ...

Here’s one of Zenker’s favorite low-FODMAP meal plans. “In general, meats, eggs, hard cheeses, and fats like butter, olive oil, and coconut oil are all well tolerated and can serve as a mainstay for ...