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Our gut is made up of over 500 species of flora, all of which, when in balance, contribute to a healthy digestive system, ...

These microbes exist symbiotically with the digestive system and, research shows, support energy harvesting, digestion, and immune defense. Eamonn Quigley, MD, the chief of gastroenterology and ...

Drained for maintenance, the Miraflores Locks remain impressive after 93 years of operation. A recently approved expansion plan will double canal capacity by 2015. In late August, traffic jams at ...

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Dandelion root is also a rich source of the prebiotic fiber inulin, which has been shown to reduce constipation and promote the movement of food through the digestive system. Furthermore ...