Learn common causes of constipation, such as diet, hydration, and lifestyle changes, along with symptoms and potential ...

Constipation is a very common problem that affects millions of people worldwide, but it is not something that has to be lived ...

Some toddlers find learning to pass stool without a diaper challenging. They may have had a large or painful bowel movement previously and be afraid to defecate again, so they begin withholding stool, ...

Constipation is a problem with passing stool. How often you poop is different for each person. Some people poop several times a day and others poop only a few times a week. Passing fewer than three ...

Constipation and the many remedies to offset it are common themes in my nutrition practice as a registered dietitian. Most of us will experience some degree of constipation at some point in our lives, ...

Constipation is the most common gastrointestinal complaint, affecting millions of Americans of all ages. Prevalent as it may be, it’s an unpleasant issue that you’d probably prefer to avoid. And what ...

Chronic constipation often persists despite laxative use because the root cause can be dyssynergic defecation, a muscle ...

Over the counter laxatives and stool softeners can relieve constipation. Foods high in fiber and water like fruit, leafy greens, and prunes can help relieve constipation. Drinking lots of water and ...

Colleen Stinchcombe is a health, environment, and outdoor recreation writer based near Seattle, WA. In addition to Health, her work has been published by SELF, Outside Online, Sierra Magazine, Lonely ...