Constipation

You should be pooping pretty regularly, but sometimes there are reasons that you can't. Can you actually train your body to poop on demand?

It's happened to many of us throughout our lives - the feeling that we just can't get our poop out. If you're constipated, try chopping your broccoli.

Cheese works as a dip, sandwich filling, or standalone snack, which is why it's easy to eat the stuff every day. But doing so can affect your poop habits.

We'd all like to have consistently healthy bowel movements. However, there are unexpected triggers that can affect how and when we poop, often in bad ways.

If you're having trouble pooping, it could be due to a variety of reasons. If the cause is diet-related, then adding this high-protein vegetable to it can help.

Constipation is pretty rough to say the least. But one viral TikTok hack helps you get it out in just minutes. We tried it and the results may surprise you.

If you find yourself regularly having trouble when trying to poop, fear not: There's a simple solution. All you need to do is add this to a glass of water.

Pooping can often be a very relieving experience, so much so that it might even cause you to get the chills. Well, there's a specific reason why.

Some people have adopted the signing habit to help them poop. As quirky as it may sound, this practice has scientific proof.

If you find yourself experiencing constipation and want to get things moving, you'll be happy to know that we have a "poop button." Learn more about it here.

Have you ever experienced straining while you poop? The next time that happens, try sitting in this position on the toilet to ease your constipation.

There are a number of possible explanations behind the burning sensation you sometimes feel when you poop. Here's what they mean, and how to treat them.

You'll want to pay attention to any pain you feel when pooping. We'll explain what it might mean about your health and how it can be treated.

Everyone experiences occasional constipation, but the reasons may sometimes be unclear. These common medications can prompt such uncomfortable situations.

It's bad enough to have to deal with constipation, and it's even worse when it comes with a headache. But why do these two sometimes go hand in hand? Read on.

Everyone experiences constipation once in a while, but what if it becomes a recurring problem? Here are some effective ways to get yourself to poop instantly.

Occasionally, whether by choice or due to constipation, you may experience stifled bowel movement. Here's what happens to your body when you hold your poop.

It's almost automatic these days to bring your phone to the bathroom with you, but losing track of time as you scroll can have an impact on your health.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Lindsay Monal, a registered yoga teacher, walks us through poses that can ease stubborn constipation.

In an interview with Health Digest, gastroenterologist Dr. Kenneth Brown explains how often you should be pooping and offers tips to help keep you regular.

If you've experienced constipation before, you've probably taken medication like MiraLAX or Metamucil. However, many may be wondering which one is better.

Experiencing constipation and tenesmus may give off a similar feeling. Therefore, some people may be wondering if the two could be linked together.

For those who experience chronic constipation, a new vibrating pill that has recently been cleared by the FDA may be the key to finding relief.

Constipation is a common and growing problem in the United States. If you're having trouble going number two, here are some things that may be contributing.

Deficiencies in four common nutrients — iron and vitamins B, D, and K —are linked to inflammatory bowel disease.

Many people who are iron deficient take supplements to get enough of this mineral our body needs. But do iron supplements cause constipation?

Old wives' tales suggest that prunes can help with regular digestion. Is this true, and what about prunes makes it so? Read on to learn more.