Deep within the lining of the human intestine lies the source of the organ's ability to renew itself and recover from damage: intestinal stem cells (ISCs), lodged in pockets of tissue called crypts, ...

A high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet, also called a ketogenic diet, can help some people lose weight by forcing their bodies to burn fat for fuel instead of sugar.

Keto, a diet that emphasizes cutting down carbs and sugar, has been used for some 50 years as a way for folks to lose weight fast. Significant weight loss could help prevent cancer. Recent research ...

This story is part of a series exploring human anatomy and physiology complexities. Each story in this collection showcases discoveries reshaping our understanding of the body's inner workings, ...

Small intestine cancer is a rare disease that causes cells in your small intestines to become malignant. When these malignant cells grow at a rapid pace, they form tumors that affect the digestive ...

Scientists have created a synthetic small intestinal lining designed to treat certain digestive diseases or make it easier for the body to absorb certain drugs — all contained in a solution that one ...

The organ's continuity can be seen only when it's exposed in a certain way In case you’ve ever wondered what connects your intestine to your abdomen, there’s a word – and now, a single organ – for ...

It was the ancient Greeks who first divided the 20-foot length of the small intestine into three parts: The duodenum, the jejunum and the ileum. However, the organ may finally be ready for an update: ...

Your intestine completely rebuilds its inner lining every few days—one of the fastest renewal processes in the human body.

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A 76-year-old woman diagnosed with jejunal adenocarcinoma, a rare cancer of the small intestine, underwent a complex surgery ...