Vitamin B12 is a vital nutrient that plays numerous key roles in maintaining health. It is available in different forms and ...

An immunologist imagines the body’s defense system as a team of unique, quirky characters, showcasing their essential roles.

A fossilized larva dating back over half a billion years has been discovered with its brain, digestive system, and nerve ...

CHRISTMAS is the perfect time to indulge in plenty of tasty food. From festive classics like pigs in blankets to scrumptious ...

If something similar occurs in humans, and given growing evidence that the gut microbiome matters for health, genetic influence on human health may be underestimated in large studies; genes may affect ...

Whole grains have fiber that helps with digestion and keeps you feeling full. Yogurt with live cultures can help keep your gut bacteria healthy. Apples have pectin, which helps with bowel movements ...

Looking back one month after the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP), a British charity says that COP30 failed to protect animals and the food system. World Animal Protection has ...

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: With more than 100,000 people in need of an organ transplant in the U.S. alone, scientists have turned toward perfecting human-animal chimeras as a ...

People often say cows have four stomachs. The accurate statement is that cows have one stomach with four compartments. This setup makes the digestion of fibrous plants easier. Throughout the day, food ...

When you’re one of the 70 million Americans whose digestion is off, it’s understandable to want to do what you can to turn things around quickly. Social media is packed with posts from people who ...

When we consider the intricate world of animal behavior, one of the most fundamental and fascinating aspects is nursing—the process by which mother animals nourish their young. This behavior, while ...