High stomach acid can cause burning, bloating and discomfort, yet many people mistake the symptoms for ordinary indigestion.

The acid slowly dissolves the soft outer layer of a single grain of rice, breaking it into tiny crystal-like fragments. But the dense inner core resists the attack — it doesn’t melt, it just turns ...

Learn why cows have four stomachs, how they break down plant matter, and the impacts of their unique digestive system.

The stomach, a J-shaped organ located in the upper abdomen, can be broadly divided into four main regions: the cardia, fundus ...

When a strong acid is placed in water, it undergoes a process known as ionization, releasing hydrogen ions (H⁺) and forming hydronium ions (H₃O⁺). This process is the cornerstone of understanding acid ...

A norovirus outbreak on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas has sickened nearly 100 passengers and crew, prompting enhanced cleaning protocols. Norovirus is a highly contagious virus, also known as ...

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Starting the day with the wrong foods can upset your stomach. Dr. Shubham Vatsya suggests avoiding citrus fruits, black ...

The very mechanism that makes GLP-1 drugs work - slowing the emptying of the stomach - can become "a curse" for some FOR many, fat jabs have done a world of good – dulling hunger pangs and banishing ...

For many coffee lovers, the morning ritual can quickly turn into an uncomfortable ordeal. If coffee leaves you with an upset stomach or heartburn, you may be able to curb these gastrointestinal ...

A Norfolk Southern train carrying hydrochloric acid derailed near Dooms on June 23. Fifteen of the train's 96 cars derailed, seven of which contained hydrochloric acid, but no leaks were reported.