Periodically, we see reports that scientists are closer to developing a pill that would mimic the benefits of exercise. The truth is that no medication or supplement even comes close to exercise for ...

I recently presented a clinical scenario about a patient of mine named Brenda, in Constipation and Cramping: A Slam-Dunk Diagnosis? This 35-year-old woman came to me with symptoms that had been going ...

Constipation is no longer just an elderly concern, with doctors reporting a sharp rise among young adults due to stress, poor ...

The struggle (to go) is real. Few conditions are as uncomfortable — or as uncomfortable to talk about — as constipation. But as we celebrate Constipation Awareness Month (yes, it actually exists), ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: There are so many laxatives on the market. Which one should I take for my constipation? DEAR READER: Anyone suffering from constipation should start by boosting fiber and fluid intake.

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 ...

Natural stool softeners include fibrous fruits, probiotics, and some oils. Constipation is widespread across the United States. The National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases ...

Share on Pinterest New recommendations for constipation identify specific foods, supplements, and drinks that can improve symptoms. Zoa Photo/Stocksy United The British Dietetic Association has ...