From oats to beans to chicory root, each type of fiber acts differently inside the body. New research is revealing how fiber ...

A new study published in the journal Gut found a link between vitamin B1 and good gut motility, a.k.a. the movement of food ...

The benefits of fiber supplements include better digestive health, lower cholesterol and blood sugar management. Experts ...

Discover the 9 best fiber supplements of 2026, including the best for kids and best for IBS. Our tests reveal top choices to improve your digestive health and wellness.

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The well-being of your digestive system can have a direct impact on your overall health. When a poor diet, new medication or lack of exercise leads to constipation, it can create uncomfortable ...

Having digestive issues? While experts often caution that eating bread will make these issues worse, there's an exception. British researchers published new guidelines earlier this fall about foods ...

New findings out of King’s College London suggest that certain fiber-rich foods may help improve motility, soften stool, and support overall digestive health. Andi Breitowich works across digital and ...

New research breaks down the best diets to prevent constipation. Two, in particular, came out on top. Researchers are exploring why these diets may be best at preventing constipation. Constipation ...

Digestive discomfort affects us all from time to time, but it’s something few people like to talk about. On one end of the spectrum, feeling backed up can leave you bloated, sluggish, gassy and ...

Q. I went through a long, arduous menopause, more than 10 years of pure hell. The killers weren’t the chills, night sweats or insomnia, though inadequate sleep does make you a little wonky. It was the ...