Chronic constipation affects up to 20% of adults in the United States, and it can both cause discomfort and affect quality of life. Researchers with King’s College London in the United Kingdom wanted ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable bloating and cramping. Sure, there are a bounty of constipation prevention options ...

Constipation is painful, irritating and even painful. You are not alone if you have ever had a problem with irregular or hard bowel movements. Many people seek natural ways to relieve constipation ...

When people talk about probiotics, they often refer to the “good” bacteria and microorganisms that can support overall gut health. Probiotics work by improving or preventing dysbiosis, which is an ...

If you’ve ever experienced the discomfort of constipation, you’re certainly not alone. This common digestive issue affects approximately one in ten American adults, causing everything from physical ...

Struggling with constipation? Adding the right vegetables to your diet—especially those high in fiber and magnesium—could ...

When it comes to the best foods for easing chronic constipation, are kiwis on your grocery list? New dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association, published Monday, say that kiwis — along ...

(CNN) — Do you often experience difficulty defecating? If the answer is yes, newly released recommendations may help relieve your symptoms. Kiwifruit, rye bread and high mineral-content water can help ...

New guidelines on what to eat and drink if you have chronic (long-term) constipation have been making news in recent days. Much of the media coverage of the British Dietetic Association’s guidelines ...