As that one very famous and very wise saying goes: “Everybody poops.” It’s a fact of life, even if poop is kind of… really gross. We often don’t like to think about how our digestive system works, ...

Most Americans fall short on their fiber intake, which can lead to constipation. A dinner rich in fiber and other gut-friendly nutrients can help you poop in the morning. Our top pick: a dinner loaded ...

Might as well flush those soft gels down the toilet — because they’re not helping you flush anything else down there. If you’ve turned to stool softeners to help with constipation but haven’t found ...

Stuck in pur-gut-ory? You’re not alone. While chronic stomach issues are worth getting checked out, a bit of bathroom bottleneck from time to time is normal — if not wildly unpleasant. The good news ...

Vacation means new foods, schedule changes and travel stress—all of which can leave you constipated. A dietitian shares her go-to meal—Sweet Potato, Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet—to help with digestion.

Some of the supplements you take may be making your constipation worse. Reviewed by Dietitian Annie Nguyen, M.A., RD Constipation is typically related to diet and lifestyle, but it may also be caused ...