For decades, the appendix has been dismissed as a useless organ — a leftover from human evolution with no real function.

Winter often brings comfort foods, cozy routines, and—sometimes—less-than-healthy habits. That said, this slower season is ...

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

From influencing weight gain to supporting immune function, gut microbes do far more than digest food. They may even explain ...

A 2018 study found people with the most diverse plant diets had the healthiest guts — a finding that later morphed into a ...

While a drink or two may look harmless during the year-end party season, excessive consumption can lead to more than a ...

An interdisciplinary research team from Dresden University of Technology (TUD), Rostock University Medical Centre (UMR) and Dresden University Hospital has developed an innovative, implantable and ...

Everyday habits such as heavy drinking and unhealthy eating can gradually damage the pancreas. Once injured, the consequences ...

Are there ingredients in sugar-free desserts that aren’t as healthy as they seem? Amber Raiken speaks to dietitians about ...

Are there ingredients in sugar-free desserts that aren’t as healthy as they seem? Amber Raiken speaks to dietitians about ...

Nourishing your gut is key to a robust immune system, experts reveal. Everyday foods like oats, yogurt, nuts and spices are ...

“Sugar snap peas are also a good source of vitamin K and folate which are abundant in green vegetables, and they’re a great ...