Fat metabolism is a fascinating process and essential for human survival. It involves the digestion, absorption, transportation and utilization of lipids as a source of energy or as an energy reserve.

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Drinking alcohol can irritate the intestinal tract and speed up digestion, increasing your risk of diarrhea. Here’s why and ...

Scientists uncover how Ffar4 regulates sugar cravings through gut microbiota, revealing pantothenate as a key mediator to curb sugar intake.

The duodenum tissue was separated and washed twice in D-Hank’s solution, and then a curved-tip forceps was used to separate the intestinal mucosa. After centrifugation at 800 rpm for 15 min, the ...

This optimized system bridges the gap between simple monocultures and complex 3D models, providing a robust platform for investigating intestinal barrier function, nutrient and drug absorption, while ...

The human body needs 13 different vitamins, which ideally should come from a balanced diet. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasizes getting nutrients primarily from food. Still, many people ...

we assessed the structure of intestinal villi — tiny, finger-like protrusions in the gut lining that provide a large surface area for nutrient absorption — in pregnant or lactating female mice.

The study illuminates mechanisms by which coffee contributes to the gut microbiome, the collection of bacteria, yeasts and fungi associated with digestion, nutrient absorption, immunity and other ...