Recent advances in understanding the condition have brought a surge of potential therapies to the drug development pipeline.
Tag Archives: Digestive Tract
Should You Use Probiotics for Vaginal Health?
Pills and suppositories that promise to balance the vaginal microbiome are lining drugstore shelves and online marketplaces. But are they backed by science?
Gut Healing Is TikTok’s Latest Trend. Does It Work?
Despite what social media might have you believe, there is no overnight shortcut to better digestive health.
He Was Remarkably Healthy Until Chronic Diarrhea Nearly Killed Him
After weeks of having to rush to the bathroom day and night, the 77-year-old had lost 25 pounds. What was wrong?
Why Am I So Bloated? How to Find Relief
And is there anything I can do about it?
Here Come the Artificial Intelligence Nutritionists
Companies are experimenting with personalized diet apps, saying the future of healthy eating is A.I.
Your Body’s Thirst Messenger Is in an Unexpected Place
Scientists traced how a mouse’s brain gets the signal that it had enough to drink. Something similar may happen in humans.
10 Lessons We’ve Learned About Eating Well
Water vs. seltzer? Can food affect the brain? We’ve rounded up useful research on diet and nutrition to stay healthy in the new year.
The Secrets to Successful Aging in 2022
Advice from Well’s most popular stories of the year.
Are My Stomach Problems Really All in My Head?
Scientists often debate whether irritable bowel syndrome is a mental or physical issue. That’s not much help for those who suffer from it.
Why Does Coffee Make Me Poop?
It’s not clear why coffee can stimulate a bowel movement, but the speed of this effect suggests it’s mediated by the brain.
Should You Get a Microbiome Test?
Companies can tell you the kinds of microbes that live in your gut, but the results may not help you lose weight or fend off disease.
Fermented Foods: The Dos and Dont’s
Is all yogurt created equal? Does it matter if the kimchi is spicy? And what if my kombucha has sugar? Your questions answered.
How Fermented Foods May Alter Your Microbiome and Improve Your Health
Foods like yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut and kombucha increased the diversity of gut microbes and led to lower levels of inflammation.
What Causes I.B.S.?
Experts are starting to untangle the biological underpinnings of this common yet perplexing disorder. What they’re finding could offer clues on how to treat it.
‘Take on an Empty Stomach.’ How Do You Know When Your Stomach Is Empty?
Two hours after eating is a crude rule of thumb. A more accurate answer depends on the drugs you are taking and your medical conditions.
A Closer Look at the Colon Condition That Hospitalized the Pope
Francis suffered a disorder that is relatively common and treatable, and doctors expect him to make a full recovery.
Crohn’s Disease Is on the Rise
Many think the abdominal disorder starts in childhood, but it can occur at any age and is becoming more prevalent throughout the world.
A Changing Gut Microbiome May Predict How Well You Age
People whose gut bacteria transformed over the decades tended to be healthier and live longer.
Seeking an Obesity Cure, Researchers Turn to the Gut Microbiome
The link between the gut and metabolic disease is a growing area of obesity research.
Foods That May Lead to a Healthier Gut and Better Health
A diet full of highly processed foods with added sugars and salt promoted gut microbes linked to obesity, heart disease and diabetes.
Her Stomach Hurt Unbearably. Her Doctors Were Baffled.
Then she remembered a story from her mother.
He Had Recurring Pain for Nearly a Decade
The muscles from his buttock down to his calf felt as if they were on fire. He saw countless specialists, but nothing really seemed to help. What could it possibly be?
What to Know About Colon Cancer
The cancer that killed Chadwick Boseman is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, and rates are rising among younger people.
What Is Ulcerative Colitis, the Ailment Afflicting Shinzo Abe of Japan?
The illness that has afflicted Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder that can unexpectedly flare up.
The Many Symptoms of Covid-19
From a sniffle or cough that feels like allergies to severe body aches and crippling fatigue, the symptoms of coronavirus can be unpredictable from head to toe.
There Are Two Ways Out of a Frog. This Beetle Chose the Back Door.
A researcher fed beetles to frogs. The encounter did not end as expected.
Gut Microbes Might Keep Malnourished Children From Growing
Bacteria in the small intestine may drive inflammation that makes it harder for children to get the calories and nutrients they need.
Toxic Ghosts
My father and I worked for years at a factory that became a Superfund hazardous-waste site. We’re still feeling the repercussions.
Eat Rat, Make New Body: Easy Stuff for Pythons
The extreme metabolism of some snakes could provide leads on how to regenerate human tissue.
How ‘Fast Carbs’ May Undermine Your Health
Comfort foods like chips and cookies can short-circuit our biology and accelerate the onset of diabetes and heart disease.
What Are the Benefits of Probiotics?
Studies suggest that certain probiotics can help in certain contexts. But you will need to do your research. We can help.
Fiber in Fruits and Grains Protects Against Diverticulitis
Our diets are overly refined. Eating more whole fruits, especially apples, pears and prunes, can help our digestive health.
Could a Gut Bacteria Supplement Make Us Run Faster?
Running a marathon ramps up levels of a gut bacteria that made mice run faster, but it’s unclear whether it would work in people.
Can Grapefruit Juice Affect My Thyroid Medicine?
Some 100 drugs can have dangerous and even life-threatening effects if you eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while taking them.
What Is a Fecal Transplant, and Why Would I Want One?
Fecal transplant is used to treat gut infections and is now being studied as a treatment for obesity, urinary tract infections, irritable bowel syndrome and more.
Can I Ever Recover From Diverticulitis?
Whether you have complications or a recurrence depends on the severity of your disease.
Does the Gut Microbiome Ever Fully Recover From Antibiotics?
Most gut bacteria recover quickly, but there can be long-lasting consequences from taking antibiotics.
What Are the Effects of Vitamin B12 Deficiency?
A deficiency of B12, if left untreated, can lead to irreversible neurological problems.
The Case Against Appendectomies
The appendix is turning out to contain biologically useful tissue that may help prevent nasty gastrointestinal ills.
Can I Drink Alcohol While Taking Antibiotics?
Some antibiotics can make you violently ill if you drink.