Gail Bornhorst designed and built this machine to simulate human digestion, hoping to provide information that will help people decide which foods and preparation methods are best for their health.

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 ...

Experts weigh in on the best supplementals to help to break down protein, fats, and carbohydrates into simpler compounds that ...

Here’s what happens to foods and beverages as they make their way through your gastrointestinal tract — and the problems that can develop along the way. You know what food looks like when it enters ...

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 ...

Dietary fats must be digested into fatty acids and monoacylglycerols prior to absorption. In adults, colipase-dependent pancreatic triglyceride lipase (PTL) contributes significantly to fat digestion.

Turmeric's effectiveness hinges on how it's consumed, not just the time of day. Pairing it with meals, especially those containing healthy fats, significantly boosts absorption and reduces digestive ...

Beneath the vibrant colors of vegetables, the hearty texture of whole grains, and the satisfying crunch of nuts lies a complicated nutritional reality. Plants, in their evolutionary wisdom, produce ...

Many nutrients especially curcumin from turmeric or vitamin C from amla are poorly absorbed by the body unless they're paired with the right bio-enhancers or consumed in the proper way.