Tag: digestion

Plants produce seeds and seeds are the "eggs" that hold all of the nourishment needed to support new plant growth. They are packed with...

Researchers at Washington State University recently performed a study which suggests that an individual's gut bacteria may determine future weight, as well as the...

We have all experienced stomach growling, which can sometimes be loud and can occur at inopportune times, such as in the middle of a...

You may be thinking, “of course I know how to breathe!” Not breathing equals not living. However, there is a big difference between really...

Thanks to a strategic name change, prunes, which are now being called 'dried plums' by prune growers, including the California Dried Plum Board, are...

The human digestive system is a delicate and complex environment. Within this network, gut bacteria and gut viruses interact and determine the functionality of...

It has already been noted that Americans eat very fast. Do you often rush through meals, giving very little thought to what you are...

Constipation is a common problem and can be caused by any number of things including prescription medications, stress and diet. Some people experience constipation...

As if there weren't already loads to love about beans, these tasty and oh-so-satisfying legumes are looking even more appealing thanks to a headline-grabbing...

Meditation has been used as a method for achieving self awareness and reducing stress for thousands of years. Today, researchers are studying the effects...