This film explores the complex process of human digestion, detailing how food is broken down into molecules by the digestive system. It follows the journey of food from the mouth, where it is chewed ...

There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days of Christmas series of posts, highlighting one science ...

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 ...

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 ...

Digestive enzymes are found in the digestive system, including the mouth, stomach, and small intestine. They help you break down food and absorb nutrients. Sometimes, the body cannot make enough ...

Digestive enzymes are often used to support healthy digestion and increase nutrient absorption. Studies show that they may benefit conditions like lactose intolerance and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS ...

Do you find yourself often feeling heavy and lethargic, despite generally sleeping well? The secret to feeling light, energized, and healthy often starts in your gut. A smooth-running digestive system ...

Scientists at the Dutch food research organization NIZO and the University of Twente have developed a human-relevant, ...