A nutrition expert breaks down how long it takes to digest food—and shares tips on keeping your digestive system healthy.

A healthy digestive tract is the key to good health. The digestive process is complex and the digestive tract is designed to ...

“Eating a well-balanced lunch supports the body’s natural digestive rhythm, prevents overeating later and helps regulate ...

Between plant milk, pre- and probiotics, and gluten-free alternatives, I think (and talk!) about digestive health more than ever before. I know that digestion is how the body breaks down food and ...

When it comes to intestines, it sure seems like two are better than one. I asked my friend Franck Carbonero why that is. He’s a microbiologist at Washington State University. He studies the bacteria ...

In general, it will take four to six hours for your stomach to digest food. However, it can take between 2 to 5 days for food to move through the intestines and exit the body. You can't speed up ...

Medically reviewed by Allison Herries, RDN Eating oatmeal in the morning supports weight loss and blood sugar control.Eating ...

The human body undergoes numerous changes throughout life, with many significant transitions occurring during the decade of the 40s. Among these changes, the decrease in digestive enzyme production ...

Eating bananas regularly is a powerful strategy for gut health due to their unique fiber composition. The primary benefit ...