BLOOM (TAMPA) – Alexander Lake, DO, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, joined Gayle Guyardo, host of the globally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom, to shed light on one of the most ...

Chemical digestion occurs when the body uses enzymes to break down certain molecules, such as carbohydrates. This process allows the bloodstream to absorb smaller molecules to transport around the ...

This story is part of a series exploring human anatomy and physiology complexities. Each story in this collection showcases discoveries reshaping our understanding of the body's inner workings, ...

Organs often have fluid-filled spaces called lumens, which are crucial for organ function and serve as transport and delivery ...

Scientists have created a synthetic small intestinal lining designed to treat certain digestive diseases or make it easier for the body to absorb certain drugs — all contained in a solution that one ...

Whether you’re planning for a swim, run or even a walk after a meal, the first thought that comes to mind might be how soon can I go Any factor disrupting your digestive process can lead to ...

The mouth starts the digestion process by breaking food down into a more easily digestible form. It does this through a combination of mechanical and chemical digestion. After people take food in ...