Intestinal bacteria are important for human health as they help digest food and regulate immune function. Thus, in recent ...

Leaky gut, or increased intestinal permeability, is gaining research attention for its potential role in chronic diseases.

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C. diff, which is short for Clostridioides difficile, is a type of bacteria that may cause serious problems in the digestive ...

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Why the small intestine is the unsung hero of your digestive health by: Gayle Guyardo Posted: Jul 10, 2025 / 11:24 AM EDT Updated: Jul 10, 2025 / 11:24 AM EDT ...

This film explores the complex process of human digestion, detailing how food is broken down into molecules by the digestive system. It follows the journey of food from the mouth, where it is ...

A human esophagus (and intestines) move food along through the system via peristalsis: a series of circular muscular contractions that propagate along the tubular organs.