Gastrointestinal diseases can be functional, affecting how the GI tract works, or structural, involving physical changes or problems. Examples of functional GI diseases include IBS and functional ...

A diet with a low glycemic index (GI) had similar protective effects against diabetes and other chronic diseases as a diet high in fiber and whole grains. "These findings justify the combination of GI ...

Common gastrointestinal diseases include IBS, GERD, and hemorrhoids. You may have symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, or ...

Gastrointestinal cancers include any cancer of the GI tract—stomach, liver, esophageal, pancreatic and colorectal. They represent more than 25% of all cancers, with 5 million new cases of ...

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin long associated with bone health, but emerging evidence is revealing that it has a broader role, particularly in gut health. Both animal and human studies have ...

Researchers create the first national glycemic index database, revealing how common foods impact health and contribute to chronic diseases. Karen Della Corte, BYU nutrition and dietetics professor, ...

A little sweat can have big perks for people living with gastrointestinal conditions, but there can be challenges to overcome. But research has shown that staying fit leads to fewer symptoms in people ...

Moderate exercise benefits GI health by improving motility, reducing constipation, and supporting gut health through neuroendocrine changes and increased vagal tone. High-intensity exercise can cause ...

Wine may cause discomfort for people with gastrointestinal disorders, new research suggests. Though some evidence conflicts, studies lean toward wine causing negative effects for those with GI ...

A subgroup of patients with SSc who exhibit a severe GI phenotype were associated with longer disease duration, ACA positivity, PAH, and worse quality of life.