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Red Meat May Not Be to Blame

Red meat and processed meats have been believed to contribute to colon cancer. New evidence suggests that may not be the case. >

Depression's Ties to the Gut

Two gut bacteria keep showing up as more likely to be present among those with depression. Here's what you can do to ease the connection. >

What Food Additives May Be Doing to Your Gut

Emulsifiers make foods smooth and creamy. They also appear to disrupt our gut microbes, contributing to inflammation, Crohn's and colitis. >

Listen to Your Gut, Protect Your Heart

We now know more about what makes a high fat diet so damaging to our cardiovascular systems. It begins in the gut. >

The Tryptophan-Microbiome Connection

Aging may leave us deficient in tryptophan, an amino acid that helps us sleep and avoid depression. What you should eat to avoid issues. >

Baby’s First Poop

It may sound gross, but the contents of a newborn's first diaper hold important clues to his or her future health. >

Avocados' Gut Punch

You probably already know avocados are good for you, but their benefits for your body are even greater than we thought. >

Heartburn Treatments and Type 2 Diabetes

Proton pump inhibitors are often prescribed for acid reflux, but they raise the risk of type 2 diabetes. It's worth trying other approaches. >

Another Supplement Bites the Dust

The American Gastroenterological Association found only three conditions that appear to be helped by probiotics. The rest were a bust. >

Breastfeeding's Anti-Viral Effect

Breastfeeding, even a little, reduces the accumulation of dangerous viruses in babies' digestive tracts. >

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