A study using a computer simulation of a human stomach showed that your position when you take a pill by mouth could affect how it's absorbed.
Alyssa Hui is a Health News Reporter at Verywell, Health.com, and Livestrong.com. With over four years of experience, she has reported on a diverse range of topics including consumer health, diet and nutrition, fitness, and mental health, all aimed at informing and educating readers about health and wellness. Alyssa's work has been featured in notable publications such as Prestige, Yahoo News, and The Times Weekly.








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