Pooping is an essential part of digestive health. Yet, it’s estimated that up to 16% of American adults have symptoms of constipation, which is partially defined as having less than three bowel ...

Raise your hand if your schedule has been a bit off lately. Maybe you’re working from the office more. Or you've stopped going to the gym regularly. Or you have too much going on in the summer. Or ...

Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who serves as vice chair of Ambulatory Services at Lower Manhattan Hospital and professor of medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical ...

Squatting may help people complete a bowel movement, particularly if they are constipated, but this position can be difficult with a pedestal toilet. Using a foot stool can help replicate a squatting ...

Yes, prunes are great for relieving constipation. But if prunes aren’t your thing, read about 7 dietitian-approved snacks ...

Squatting, instead of sitting, may be a game-changer when emptying your bowels. Let’s take a look at some of the most commonly used positions for pooping. Pooping regularly is part of keeping your ...

While diet and lifestyle changes can help constipation long-term, nutrition and gut health experts share drinks that provide ...