BACKED up? Scientists have discovered a new type of ‘bacterial constipation’ that laxatives, fibre supplements and diet ...

If you love the sound of cracking open shells, pistachios might be your favorite snack nut—and they can also support digestive health. One serving of pistachios contains 3 grams of fiber, mostly ...

Prunes, coffee, oats, popcorn, bananas and legumes sometimes get a bad reputation, but they can be powerful allies for ...

Stuck in pur-gut-tory? Several factors can contribute to constipation, from certain supplements and vitamins to dehydration and lack of movement. But there can even be microscopic reasons for why you ...

A little help from fiber can get things moving smoothly.

The US has been dealing with a shortage of laxatives. But a doctor said she wouldn't recommend laxatives unless a patient had upped their fiber intake. Doctors recommend high-fiber foods such as ...

The health service constitutes constipation as being bowel movements that are fewer than three each week, which can lead to symptoms like painful cramps in the tummy area, straining to poo, or not ...

Constipation is often treated as a simple plumbing problem, too little movement, too much delay. But emerging research suggests that, in some people, the culprit may not be sluggish muscles or faulty ...

Simple morning habits can go a long way in keeping your digestive system on track. Warm drinks, fiber, walking and belly massage are easy morning habits that help you poop. Talk with a health care ...

There's a nation-wide laxative shortage, the Wall Street Journal has reported. One reason for high laxative demand is hybrid work and travel, which can lead to constipation. While laxatives can be ...

Poop that gets stuck halfway out is typically a sign of constipation but may indicate a more serious problem. Some people find that adjusting their position or drinking water will get the stool moving ...