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 ...

Digestive enzymes are proteins in the body that help break food down. Some people with certain medical conditions might be unable to produce sufficient enzymes and require supplements. Digestive ...

Your body’s biliary system encompasses your bile ducts, gallbladder, and the associated digestive structures. This system works together to move bile, also called digestive fluid, through your system ...

The autonomic nervous system orchestrates the functions of internal organs such as the heart and gut, serving as a connection ...

On World Digestive Health Day, which is a reminder that a healthy digestive system is the key to overall health and quality life, we spoke to Dr Subhasish Mazumder, who is the senior Director of ...