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Gastroenterology

Gut health gets real

People are becoming more comfortable talking about bathroom basics. Turns out, that's good for our health.

Red wine—a microbiome fertilizer?

The occasional glass of your favorite vintage could help diversify the good bacteria in your gut.

Young adults see rise in colon cancer

The sizable jump in cases among age 50 and younger is a worldwide trend arising partly from poor diet.

There’s hope in the fight

A pediatric gastroenterologist offers 4 top tips to help your youngster in the battle against inflammatory bowel disease.

Got Crohn’s? You’re not alone

The number of cases has increased over the past 50 years.

The beast in your belly

Even if you’re healthy, there’s a 50/50 chance this bacteria is lurking in your gut—and it could be to blame for your ulcers.

Your digestive system, from beginning … to end

5 steps from your mouth to, well, you know.