Nobody enjoys talking about their bodily functions, and bowel movements are right up there in the uncomfortable stakes. But once you get beyond the embarrassment, there is a lot that you can learn ...

A recently published study provided insight on how bowel movement frequency correlated with levels of toxins in the body. (Photo: Getty) When’s the last time you pooped? Earlier today? Earlier this ...

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

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

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When you’re struggling with constipation, it’s fair to wonder how to make yourself poop fast. After all, ...

How often you poop is not the same for everyone, and the idea that daily bowel movements are the only healthy pattern is a ...

Prune juice is a sippable way to prevent and treat constipation. It's great as a late-night mocktail to help you go in the morning. If you have IBS, prune juice may not be a great option for you. If ...

Your digestive tract is most active in the morning, making it the best time to drink coffee to poop. Build a healthy coffee habit by limiting coffee to early in the day and limiting added sugar and ...

Research shows that up to 20% of Americans deal with chronic constipation. If you’re part of that no-sign-up-required club, you’ve probably tried some of the buzzier remedies—drinking coffee, eating ...

Might as well flush those soft gels down the toilet — because they’re not helping you flush anything else down there. If you’ve turned to stool softeners to help with constipation but haven’t found ...

If you’re one of the 63 million Americans who went hiking last year, chances are you’ve found yourself needing to go, with no toilet in sight. Aside from personal inconvenience, why is this such a big ...