Most people know only two things about the appendix: You don’t need it – and if it bursts, you need surgery fast. That basic story traces back at least to Charles Darwin, the English naturalist who ...

Spicy foods sometimes cause an unexpected sensation after digestion: a burning feeling in the anus. This impression can be surprising, but it is explained by a simple biological mechanism. The ...

Small food protein signals teach immune cells to accept food. The finding helps explain how the body prevents food allergies.

Experts explain how an earlier eating window affects digestion, sleep, and metabolic markers, and who should be cautious before trying such a change.

Late last year, Pat Hannon started waking up in the middle of the night with an excruciating itching sensation on her legs.

Chia seeds can offer plenty of health benefits, but the catch is that they need to be consumed the correct way. Dr Sethi shares who should avoid them.

Your morning tea and biscuits may feel harmless, but could this everyday habit quietly harming your gut? Dr Manan Vora explains why the popular breakfast combo may trigger acidity and energy crashes ...

Inflammation is the body’s natural defence system. When the immune system detects injury or infection, it sends inflammatory signals to help healing. This short-term response is essential for survival ...

Are you always in a hurry to finish your meal? Check out these 2 doctor-approved hacks that help slow down your eating pace.

The Alzheimer’s field is being turned on its head as mounting evidence points to the disease beginning outside the brain many ...

Chemotherapy is a common treatment used to fight cancer, but it can also bring several physical challenges. Patients often ...

Every year, people make millions of trips to the emergency room for injuries that happen right at home. While we often worry ...