Gut microbiota are a group of bacteria, mainly lactobacillus and bifidobacteria, which are located in the intestine and have beneficial functions for health. The composition of the gut microbiota varies from one (...)
Do you feel bloated after drinking yoghurt, or do you feel discomfort when you drink a glass of milk? If the answer to these questions is yes, you are probably lactose intolerant. (...)
In Spain, constipation affects 29.5% of the population. Fast-paced lifestyles, anxiety, depression, inadequate diets, overweight, obesity and medication abuse mean that this figure is on the increase, mainly affecting women. It should (...)
The digestive system is responsible for taking in food, digesting it (breaking it down into its nutrients), absorbing these nutrients into the bloodstream and eliminating undigestible waste. The digestive tract is a (...)
Here are some simple tips to keep your digestive system in good shape. Eat enough fibre every day: it is advisable to eat fresh fruit with skin, whole grains, raw vegetables and (...)