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Over 120,000 volunteers across Poland collected a record-breaking €43.5 million in one day to help children with digestive diseases. The funds will help treat up to 1.5 million young patients needing specialized care.
Scientists discovered that vitamin B1 plays a surprising role in how often we have bowel movements, offering hope for millions who struggle with IBS and constipation. The genetic study of 268,606 people revealed that inherited differences in how our bodies process thiamine may influence digestive regularity.
After two decades of searching, researchers have discovered exactly how our bodies complete a crucial step in digestion that textbooks couldn't explain. The breakthrough reveals a never-before-seen transport system that could reshape our understanding of metabolism and liver health.
Swedish researchers discovered that mycoprotein from edible fungi digests just as efficiently as chicken and fish, opening new doors for sustainable food production. The breakthrough could help feed more people while reducing our environmental footprint.
New satellite tracking shows cow manure digesters are slashing methane emissions across 98 California dairies. The climate win comes with a catch: when these systems leak, they release methane at ten times the rate of traditional storage.
Scientists discovered that cows can effectively digest seaweed, offering farmers a climate-resilient feed option as droughts squeeze traditional pastures. The finding could reshape how we feed livestock while reducing pressure on farmland.
Indigenous Andeans in Peru have more starch-digesting genes than anyone else on the planet, thanks to 10,000 years of potato farming. This natural adaptation gave them a powerful survival advantage that saved lives across generations.
Indigenous Quechua people in the Peruvian Andes developed a genetic superpower that helps them digest starch better than almost anyone on Earth. The secret lies in their ancient relationship with the potato, which they domesticated thousands of years ago.
New technology is capturing harmful methane gas from cow manure on dairy farms, turning a major pollution source into clean energy. California's $389 million investment is showing real results in the fight against climate change.
Canada's largest food waste facility just secured nearly $19 million to triple its capacity to turn leftover groceries and restaurant scraps into renewable natural gas that can heat thousands of homes. The London, Ontario plant proves we can solve two problems at once: reducing waste while creating clean energy.
Scientists discovered that difficult childhoods can rewire the brain-gut connection, causing digestive issues decades later. The breakthrough could transform how doctors treat stomach problems.
Scientists in Japan discovered that a natural compound in rice bran can calm overactive intestinal muscles, offering hope for millions with digestive disorders. The finding could lead to new dietary treatments for irritable bowel syndrome.
Scientists discovered two gut bacteria that produce serotonin and normalize digestion in mice, opening new paths to treat irritable bowel syndrome. People with IBS have lower levels of one of these bacteria.
Scientists are developing swallowable electronic capsules that can diagnose disease, deliver targeted drugs, and even collect tissue samples as they travel through your digestive system. The technology could replace invasive procedures and transform treatment for millions suffering from gut diseases.
Australian researchers recruited nearly 20,000 people to log their daily flatulence, creating the largest real-world study of digestive health ever conducted. The findings reveal what's actually normal and could help people spot gut health problems early.
New medical guidelines reveal that adding more fiber to your diet works better than drugstore creams for treating hemorrhoids, a painful condition affecting over half of Americans over 50. The simple pantry solution is gaining support from digestive health experts nationwide.
New satellite data shows methane-capturing digesters are cleaning up dairy farms across California. When they work right, these systems slash emissions by up to 80%, but researchers found rare leaks can wipe out months of progress in hours.
Scientists just discovered that dozens of animal species can digest microbial bioplastics that have existed for hundreds of millions of years. This hidden talent could reshape how we understand nature's recycling systems and the future of sustainable materials.
Scientists created a swallowable robot the size of a miniature stingray that swims through your body using ultrasound waves and bubbles to deliver medicine exactly where it's needed. This breakthrough could revolutionize how doctors treat digestive problems without surgery.
New research explores how resetting gut bacteria may help children with autism manage digestive issues and behavioral symptoms. Early results show up to 80% reduction in gastrointestinal distress, though experts urge caution.
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