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 ...

WASHINGTON — Cave men didn’t sit on toilets and bodies are designed for squatting, so doctors believe you may experience medical benefits from having a step stool in your bathroom. “Propping your feet ...

You can breathe easy with this pooping pointer. “If you’re struggling with constipation and straining, then this is one pooping hack that actually works,” Dr. Karan Rangarajan, also known as Dr. Karan ...

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Constipation is a very common medical problem encountered in children — and the good news is, it’s often temporary. A child with constipation has infrequent bowel movements and/or hard, dry stools.

Constipation is a common digestive problem. Feeling blocked up is not normal; however, millions of people are suffering from it. Several factors, including poor diet, lack of exercise, certain ...

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

Children who resist toilet training tend to have more difficult temperaments, but constipation may be the source of the problem and treatment could ease the transition, researchers said Monday. In a ...

Welcome to the School of Poopatology! That's what Susan Wong, RN, BSN, nicknames her new book, "The Power of Pooping," which came out earlier this month. And, frankly, she's more than qualified to ...