Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is often dismissed as a sensitive stomach, but experts say it is a complex gut disorder. Despite normal test results, patients experience real symptoms like bloating, ...

Choosing the right foods can help soothe the digestive system and reduce inflammation ...

Together, these findings suggest that ferulic acid can act as a natural regulator of intestinal motility. By reducing excessive smooth muscle activity, the compound could potentially help calm ...

Researchers have identified two gut bacteria that can produce serotonin, a key chemical that regulates bowel movements. In experiments with mice lacking serotonin, the microbes boosted serotonin ...

Share on Pinterest Experts say irritable bowel syndrome can be difficult to diagnose. FG Trade/Getty Images The exact causes of irritable bowel disease (IBS) aren’t really known. However, a researcher ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) launches #MoreThanAStomachache, a social campaign ...

New research from the University of Missouri School of Medicine has established a link between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal ...

When you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), avoiding foods that trigger symptoms is part of daily life. Coffee has a reputation as a bowel stimulant, but the link between coffee and IBS isn’t ...

When parts of the small intestine are diseased or die, the treatment can involve surgically removing the affected tissue. Although lifesaving, the procedure—referred to as a radical small bowel ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Irritable bowel syndrome with ...