Some glands in the stomach and duodenum – a segment of the intestine – secrete mucus to protect the lining of the digestive tract from stomach acid. If the balance breaks down, the gastric juices can ...

A gastroenterologist warns against having a few foods on an empty stomach as they ruin gut health, emphasising that timing and sequence of intake are crucial.

There might be a link between caffeine and throat tightness. Allergies, molds, and certain digestive problems may cause ...

A good night’s sleep doesn’t just depend on your mattress or screen time. What you eat in the hours leading up to bedtime can ...

Eating raw garlic can help prevent colds, boost heart health, and support digestion, among other benefits. Learn why ...

Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory benefits. A doctor explains why eating turmeric as part of your daily meals is better than taking a turmeric supplement.

At a high level these drugs mimic glucagon-like peptide-1, or GLP-1, a hormone our bodies naturally produce in the gut. When ...

Can what you eat help you avoid getting stomach cancer? "Most cases of stomach cancer happen sporadically and are purely a ...

Sourdough bread has ancient origins and may have advantages over other breads, including a lower glycemic index, some ...