If you view chewing as just a necessary step to prevent choking, you’re doing it wrong. Chewing is crucial to healthy digestion, and research suggests that many of us, particularly young people, ...

Chewing food thoroughly is a simple but often overlooked step that plays a crucial role in digestion, nutrient absorption, weight control, and overall health. Many people rush through meals or swallow ...

Chewing your food thoroughly might just be the unsung hero in the quest for shedding those extra pounds. While it seems like a basic, even mundane activity, its impact on weight loss is remarkably ...

When it comes to digestion, several myths have proliferated over the years. One says the body can't digest chewing gum, another that beans cause more gas and bloating than other foods, and perhaps the ...

Biological Sciences Asst. Prof. Nicolai Konow wants to bridge the gap between research on food processing and nutrient absorption. “There is a divide between biomechanists, who study chewing and food ...

Cumin and fennel are two spices that have been used for centuries in different cultures for their digestive benefits ...

Emily Gowdey-Backus, director of media relations, Emily_GowdeyBackus@uml.edu Nancy Cicco, assistant director of media relations, Nancy_Cicco@uml.edu UMass Lowell’s Nicolai Konow wants to bridge the ...