Because digestive system anatomy and functions are so complicated, many health conditions can affect it. They range from short-term, minor issues to long-lasting (chronic) diseases.

In the modern wellness movement, one area receiving growing attention is gut health—and for good reason. Your gut does much ...

Organ: Function: Stomach: Further breaks down food using acid and enzymes. Pancreas: Makes digestive juice to break down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins that the body secretes into the small ...

Scientists have identified a protein that is necessary for secretion of digestive enzymes by the pancreas. The research enhances the understanding of the normal physiology of the pancreas and ...

New research finds there is significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between healthy individuals. The finding has implications for ...