Researchers have discovered that a particular protein in the gut is fighting an important battle against the spread of ...

The image shows the mucus layer (blue band) that protects the intestinal wall (pink) against bacteria and other things (dark blue at the top of the picture). The blue cells in the intestinal wall are ...

Common antibiotics may heighten the risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by damaging the gut, a mouse study suggests. Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images. As of 2019, about 4.9 million people ...

Mucus isn’t just some junk for tissues, it serves important biological purposes. It is an important line of defense, and helps protect various parts of the body including the nose, eyes, and gut from ...

A thick mucus layer, generated by the cells of the colon's wall, provides protection against invading bacteria and other pathogens. This image of a mouse's colon shows the mucus (green) acting as a ...

Mucus is more than just the sticky snot that comes from your nose. This protein-rich goop is found in many other organs, including the lungs and intestines, where it forms a protective layer that ...