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Live Science spoke with Dr. John Pandolfino, a researcher who designed a "digital twin" to help guide surgery.

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Having a healthy gut doesn't have to mean loading up on miso, sauerkraut and kimchi ...

Unmanaged hypothyroidism can slow gut motility and cause persistent constipation, says gastroenterologist Dr Meghraj Ingle.

It is unclear if high- versus low-dose phototherapy reduces the occurrence of newborn brain injuries, cerebral palsy, or death before leaving the hospital. High- versus low-dose phototherapy may ...

The truth is pregnancy causes some surprising long-term changes to your body, regardless of whether you’re a celebrity or a soccer mom. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing.  Dr. Shazia Malik, a ...

Constipation can be managed with the right diet. Learn from an expert which foods to eat and avoid, including high-fiber options, hydration tips, and natural remedies to improve digestion and gut ...

According to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, one can follow these two DIY tests when buying jaggery. Scroll ...