New evidence points to three simple everyday foods that may ease constipation more effectively than the usual fibre advice.

Some experts recommend using a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit with four electrodes placed on your lower abdomen and back for constipation relief. But research has revealed ...

Constipation doesn’t tap politely. It arrives with that familiar heaviness, the stubborn, stuck feeling that makes even a normal day feel off-track. A Harvard gastroenterologist, Dr. Saurabh Sethi ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable bloating and cramping. Sure, there are a bounty of constipation prevention options ...

Here's what to skip and what to try. Basically, there are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber (oats, barley, bananas, the non-peel part of apples) helps stool retain moisture so ...

After crunching the data, the researchers discovered that people who regularly ate a Mediterranean or plant-based diet had a ...

The struggle (to go) is real. Few conditions are as uncomfortable — or as uncomfortable to talk about — as constipation. But as we celebrate Constipation Awareness Month (yes, it actually exists), ...

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First things first. Let us understand what constipation is. It generally means passing stools fewer than three times a week or having difficulty passing stool. Constipation is a very common condition.

Have you tried prunes for constipation relief? These dried plums can improve your gut health and make bowel movements smoother, says a diet expert.

Constipation is a common symptom for people with MS. A variety of lifestyle strategies, medications, and supportive treatments can help.

Sjögren disease causes dryness throughout your body, including in your digestive tract. Without moisture, digestion slows, and symptoms such as constipation can develop. Sjögren disease (also called ...