The fortunate news is that improving how your body handles food doesn’t have to be extreme. Measured progress often comes down to small, repeatable habits rather than dramatic detoxes. We asked ...

When it comes to digestion, several myths have proliferated over the years. One says the body can't digest chewing gum, another that beans cause more gas and bloating than other foods, and perhaps the ...

Drinking water right after meals may disrupt digestion; waiting about an hour can better support nutrient absorption and comfort.

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 ...

Bananas are often described as an “anytime fruit.” They are naturally sweet, easy to digest, affordable, and widely consumed ...

Tiny yet mighty, chia seeds have earned their place among the world’s most talked-about superfoods. These small black and white seeds are packed with fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and plant ...

Krissy Brady is a health and wellness writer. Her writing has appeared in magazines like Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health and WW, as well as on websites like EatingWell, HuffPost and SELF. She’s also a ...

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 ...