Infection with rotavirus is the leading cause of severe diarrhoeal disease and dehydration in infants worldwide, with almost 600,000 childhood deaths annually of which 82% are in developing countries.

Excavations of sewer drains at a Roman fort in northern England have revealed the presence of several parasites that can ...

Ever notice that as you get older, some foods no longer sit with you the same? This could be due to a breakdown of the ...

Background Intestinal fibrosis, a hallmark complication of Crohn’s disease (CD), frequently progresses to stricture formation ...

Spinach also has antioxidants, flavonoids, and phytochemicals that protect your cells from oxidative stress and damage from free radicals. You’ll get vitamin C, chlorophyll, and beta-carotene from ...

Analysis of latrine sediments at the Roman fort of Vindolanda has revealed that at least three parasites were widespread among Roman soldiers.

Scientists have discovered that gut-born bacteria may hold the secret for treatments of everything from IBD to Parkinson’s ...

Dissecting the regurgitated nuggets is a popular classroom activity for educators and students alike. Here's a look inside ...

The intricate bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain, known as the Gut-Brain Axis (GBA), is fundamental to human physiology and ...

Celery seed benefits include lower blood pressure, improved sexual function in women, and reduced cholesterol levels, but more human studies are needed.

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...