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, ...

The Squatty Potty encourages a more natural squatting position for easier bowel movements. It’s easy to use and supports more effective bowel movements with less straining. Eating enough fiber, ...

The human body is designed to function smoothly, but sometimes we unknowingly put it under unnecessary stress. One such instance is straining during bowel movements. While it might seem like a minor ...

Feeling tired after you poop is a common medical phenomenon. It can be caused by straining, underlying health conditions, or other bowel health complications. But how concerned should you be if it ...

Here's the scenario: You haven't pooped in days. You feel full and uncomfortable. You're starting to wonder if you'll ever go again. If you've pooped fewer than three times in the past week and have ...

A gastroenterologist highlights common bathroom habits that may silently harm gut health. From straining too hard and sitting ...

Adrienna Jirik, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist at the Cleveland Clinic, where she has been providing care since 2016. Dr. Jirik completed advanced fellowships in hepatology/transplant and ...

This past year held many enlightening revelations, particularly about how and why we poop. Check out our favorites here. New Year’s might just be my favorite time of the year. Apart from swanky NYE ...

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