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 ...

Pooping is an essential part of digestive health. Yet, it’s estimated that up to 16% of American adults have symptoms of constipation, which is partially defined as having less than three bowel ...

A new study published in the journal Gut found a link between vitamin B1 and good gut motility, a.k.a. the movement of food ...

Stuck in pur-gut-ory? You’re not alone. While chronic stomach issues are worth getting checked out, a bit of bathroom bottleneck from time to time is normal — if not wildly unpleasant. The good news ...

Chickpeas are our No. 1 snack to eat at night to poop in the morning. High-fiber foods and fluids help keep your digestive systems healthy and may relieve constipation. Making your own roasted ...

Researchers at King’s College London have created new dietary guidelines for adults with chronic constipation, finding that eating these two foods — and washing them down with the right drink — could ...

Bananas are usually readily available, portable, and easy to digest. They’re part of the BRAT diet (that’s Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast) for gastrointestinal issues for that last reason, and ...

When it comes to the best foods for easing chronic constipation, are kiwis on your grocery list? New dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association, published Monday, say that kiwis — along ...

Kefir is a fermented dairy product that has numerous benefits for gut health. It provides beneficial probiotics that help improve digestion and make stool easier to pass. Kefir can be enjoyed on its ...