Throne, a startup based in Austin, has developed a toilet add-on that measures gut health through things like frequency, ...

Scientists have found an ideal frequency.

How often you poop is highly personal, but there is a range that’s considered “normal.” Now, research suggests that the range should be a little narrower than doctors previously thought—and that how ...

Everyone poops. But how often? Given the fact that modern society has, for good reason, sequestered the ritual to isolation, it’s normal to wonder what it’s like—and the frequency with which it ...

Researchers linked pooping frequency with markers tied to the development of certain diseases. The scientists found a very clear range of pooping frequency that’s ideal for good health. There are ...

About 15% of adults in the U.S. experience constipation, and even more struggle with it occasionally. Small tweaks to your evening routine—like taking a walk after dinner—may help relieve this issue.

Research shows that up to 20% of Americans deal with chronic constipation. If you’re part of that no-sign-up-required club, you’ve probably tried some of the buzzier remedies—drinking coffee, eating ...

If you’re someone who doesn’t poop regularly, there are several changes to your diet you can make to promote a proper No. 2. For example, ensuring that you’re eating enough food in general, getting ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. It may not come up in everyday conversation, but ...