Constipation can leave you feeling bloated, sluggish, and downright uncomfortable. While over-the-counter laxatives might offer quick relief, they’re not always the best long-term solution.

Our gut is the key to much of our body's overall health, which is why diseases like ulcerative colitis can be so detrimental. Ulcerative colitis is one of the most common inflammatory bowel diseases.

Digestive health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet many people experience issues such as constipation, irregular bowel movements, and discomfort during elimination. How do you sit on the ...

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 ...

It’s time to get to the bottom of this age-old question: How often should you be pooping? Our body absorbs the protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals of the food we eat, leaving behind ...

Digestive health has a bigger impact on daily life than many of us realize. It influences not only physical comfort but also energy levels, mood and confidence. After all, when something feels “off” ...

You may be able to tell a lot about your health from how often you poop. “In the scientific literature, we see strong associations between bowel movement frequency abnormalities (constipation, in ...

MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) is an over-the-counter drug that’s taken to treat constipation. The drug comes as a powder that you usually take once per day. MiraLAX is used in people ages 17 ...

Adding blueberry powder to the diet can improve gut bacteria and blood markers, according to a new study. The Blueberry Enhances Activity and Cognition Through Increased Vascular Efficiency (BEACTIVE) ...

North Bethesda, MD; Bethesda, MD; and Downers Grove, IL (March 4, 2025) – Updated consensus recommendations by the U.S. Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer (MSTFCRC) address optimizing the ...