Talking about bowel movements can be embarrassing. If you think something is "off" with your routine, you may not feel comfortable comparing your schedule for number two with friends. Yet, how often ...

An incomplete bowel movement—the feeling that you still have to poop after having a bowel movement—can be uncomfortable and frustrating. Also known as incomplete evacuation, it is a hallmark of ...

In the spirit of spooky season and in celebration of gut health, we’re talking ghost poops and phantom feces. That “without a trace” includes an absence of evidence when you wipe — and experts say it ...

Constipation is a common issue for older adults. It involves infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stools, and a sensation of incomplete emptying. The primary causes of constipation in older ...

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 ...

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 ...

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) ...