A nutrition expert breaks down how long it takes to digest food—and shares tips on keeping your digestive system healthy.

Digestion is a process we often take for granted, but its timing varies greatly depending on what we eat. Knowing how long it takes the body to digest a food is not just a curiosity: it helps to ...

Your digestive system changes as you age. This may make certain types of foods more difficult to digest, including spicy foods, dairy products, and processed foods. The digestive system slows as we ...

How a chorus of synchronized frequencies helps you digest your food by Michelle Franklin, University of California - San Diego edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors' notes ...

Digesting spicy, dairy, and processed foods may be more difficult with age. Eating fiber-rich whole foods, exercising, sleeping better, and lowering stress can help. As people age, their digestive ...

Easy-to-digest carbs provide quick energy without upsetting your stomach. Learn which foods work best for workouts, illness, and steady fuel.