Americans are struggling with constipation and using laxatives to help them go. Pelvic floor specialist Elizabeth Akincilar said learning to poop correctly could help. She shared tips with Insider, ...

Straining while pooping can happen occasionally. However, constant strain during bowel movements can injure the rectum and lead to several health conditions. Straining occurs when a person is ...

Just about everyone gets, ahem, backed up—aka, constipation—occasionally. For many people, however, constipation can turn into a constant nightmare. Thankfully, a handy evidence-based guide out this ...

Constipation occurs when bowel movements become infrequent, hard, or painful. It often results from low fibre, poor hydration, inactivity, or certain medications. Persistent constipation can cause ...

In the first research to look at constipation’s impact on the aging brain, scientists have found some concerning links. Being chronically constipated, defined by the authors as having a bowel movement ...

Pooping the wrong way could give you cancer, according to one doctor. Daria Sadovskaya, 29, a nephrologist from Singapore, frequently shares her health knowledge on TikTok. In a video with over 26 ...

You love to jet set — but you don’t love the way your gut gets upset. It’s quite a bummer to struggle with constipation, traveler’s diarrhea or indigestion while on vacation. Not everyone is a regular ...

Many people want to avoid taking medications. Experts weigh in on what else works. Credit...Tonje Thilesen for The New York Times Supported by By Trisha Pasricha Dr. Trisha Pasricha is a ...

Diet is a crucial part of staying regular and your fiber intake is a key factor. Dietitians recommend fiber-filled snacks to help combat constipation. Popcorn, chickpeas, Greek yogurt and pear are ...