When Gracelynn was 3, she was fully potty trained and could poop properly like any other kid. But one or two accidents at preschool suddenly sent her confidence plummeting. When teachers finally asked ...

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A recently published study provided insight on how bowel movement frequency correlated with levels of toxins in the body. (Photo: Getty) When’s the last time you pooped? Earlier today? Earlier this ...

Nobody enjoys talking about their bodily functions, and bowel movements are right up there in the uncomfortable stakes. But once you get beyond the embarrassment, there is a lot that you can learn ...

Everyone poops, but it turns out we don’t all need to poop every day. That’s a misconception, said gastroenterologist Dr. Folasade May, an associate professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at ...

Even though everybody uses the bathroom, there’s not a lot of talk around how often you should poop. So, if you find that you’re going more or less than usual, it’s understandable to wonder where you ...

You’ve likely experienced a poop that can only be described as easy and productive. And after your trip to the bathroom, you emerge a new person and feel lighter and comfier in your jeans. But is that ...

Discover why many experience a sudden urge to poop when stepping outside and learn effective tips from gastroenterologist Dr.

If you’re one of the 63 million Americans who went hiking last year, chances are you’ve found yourself needing to go, with no toilet in sight. Aside from personal inconvenience, why is this such a big ...

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