Fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria, which produce short-chain fatty acids like butyrate that nourish colon cells and may help reduce gut inflammation. Viscous, soluble fiber can help manage blood ...

The outbreaks’ causes are unknown. Historically, fresh herbs and produce consumed raw were the culprits.  The illness isn’t life-threatening, but doctors recommend seeking treatment; it can be treated ...

Yogurt is rich in nutrients like calcium, B vitamins, protein, and probiotics. One cup of plain low fat yogurt provides 49% of your daily calcium needs and nearly 13 grams of protein. Yogurt with live ...

Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is board-certified in gastroentrology. He is the vice chair for ambulatory services for the department of medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York, where he is ...