Constipation is defined as fewer than three stools a week, hard or lumpy stools, excessive straining when passing stools, and/or a sense of incomplete evacuation. It can occur in people of any age, ...

Constipation doesn’t just affect the body but the overall mood. Globally, constipation affects approximately 9% to 20% of the population. Although, it is fortunate that constipation, in most cases, is ...

Let’s get real: sometimes, no matter how hard you try, you just can’t poop! No need to be shy—we’ve all been there at least a few times before—so we know that eventually, things will smooth out.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In addition to being able to describe your stool to a doctor, it's helpful to have a general idea of the ...

If you’re among the 15 per cent to 25 per cent of Canadians living with chronic constipation, consider adding kiwifruit and rye bread to your weekly grocery list. According to new guidelines, ...

If you’ve never heard of the Bristol Stool Chart, you may not know that there are actually several different types of poop. And while discussing your pooping habits might be taboo—sometimes it’s ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Everyone poops—but that doesn’t mean we like to talk about it or acknowledge it in any way, shape, or ...

Your daily bowel movement offers vital clues about your digestive health, according to Dr. Saurabh Sethi. Pebble-like or firm stools may signal constipation, while soft blobs suggest low fiber. Watery ...