American's reliance on laxatives has spurned a nationwide shortage. But there are several other ways to produce free-flowing bowel movements in the meantime. One of the trendiest constipation ...

The US has been dealing with a shortage of laxatives. But a doctor said she wouldn't recommend laxatives unless a patient had upped their fiber intake. Doctors recommend high-fiber foods such as ...

Gastroenterologists share what your stool’s buoyancy can reveal about your digestion, diet, and overall health.

Stuck in pur-gut-tory? Several factors can contribute to constipation, from certain supplements and vitamins to dehydration and lack of movement. But there can even be microscopic reasons for why you ...

Let me confess something: My friends and I have a text thread named “Imodium. Or Miralax?” where we talk about our bowel movements (or lack thereof) somewhat regularly. The group chat, which is ...

Constipation is difficulty emptying your bowels. Fecal impaction is the buildup of hardened stool in your bowel that you can’t pass. Fecal impaction is a potential complication of chronic constipation ...

Stool softeners make stools easier to pass by increasing moisture. Stool softeners can take up to 72 hours to work. Other ...

When you’re struggling with constipation, it’s fair to wonder how to make yourself poop fast. After all, trouble going to the bathroom isn’t just annoying and stressful: It also tends to come with ...

Squatting may help people complete a bowel movement, particularly if they are constipated, but this position can be difficult with a pedestal toilet. Using a foot stool can help replicate a squatting ...