A plant-based diet made up of mainly nutrient-dense plant foods, or an equally healthy omnivorous diet may help reduce the ...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is one of the two major types of chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), along with Crohn’s disease. UC affects the large bowel, has no known cure, and requires lifelong ...

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. It includes conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. In this expert alert, Amanda Johnson, M.D., a ...

Several medications now calm painful inflammation in the intestines. Diets free of ultraprocessed foods also help ...

This study highlights the link between plant-based diets and reduced IBD risk, suggesting dietary choices play a crucial role ...

When 30-year-old Ella Rhian set off on a dream vacation across Vietnam and Bali, she never imagined a simple meal would alter ...

Probiotics are live microorganisms that may offer certain health benefits, including possible relief of acid reflux symptoms.

A gastrointestinal doctor reveals the mistakes you should avoid if you want to lower your risk of colon cancer.

That said, it’s safe and healthy to enjoy coconut water daily. Still, the experts recommend limiting your intake to 1-2 cups ...

More than 150,000 Americans could get diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year, but lifestyle changes can lower your risk, ...

Colorectal cancer affects the large intestine (colon) and rectum. It is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and ...