Mechanosensitive Piezo ion channels, particularly Piezo1 and Piezo2, are gaining recognition as central regulators of digestive system physiology and disease.

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A fossil discovered in China has given scientists a rare look inside a marine reptile that livedabout 245 million years ago.

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Vitamin D supports gut health by helping regulate immune function, strengthen the intestinal barrier, and maintain a balanced gut environment—here’s what research shows.

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