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While certain things such as blood in your poop and frequent diarrhea are known red flags, it turns out that whether your ...
The gastrocolic reflex is a normal process, so there’s usually nothing to worry about if you need to poop after meals—as long as your stool is healthy, Dr. Dibba says.
In a new Health survey, a third of adults in the U.S. said they had poop abnormalities in the last month. Here's what they're ...
But don't delay — the right time to poop is when you're feeling the urge to do so, experts said. If you have to sit on the toilet for more than five to 10 minutes, you should discuss the issue ...
Though it's not fun to talk about, this is what gastroenterologists want you to know about your bowel movements.
Looking for the scoop on types of poop? It may not be a topic of daily conversation, but your bowel movements can tell you quite a bit about the state of your health. Here's what you need to know. The ...
Here’s the lowdown from a top dietitian: Dr. Guha confirms that you can tell a lot about a person by looking at their poop, from constipation symptoms to even potentially signs of cancer.