We all have our own “pooping patterns,” but these patterns actually say a lot more about your health than you might think. It’s a direct reflection of your gut’s “transit time”—the speed at which your ...

But you’ll need to test more frequently, every one to three years instead of every 10 years for a colonoscopy. Anyone with an ...

Leaves droop when thirsty, then stand back up after watering, so it is easier to keep on track than plants that fail silently ...

Regular stool tests already used in NHS care, combined with dietary information, could help identify people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at higher risk of relapse, a major study appearing in ...

Vietnam offers incredibly cheap beer, often costing less than water due to low taxes and local brewing. Travelers can enjoy this affordable drink at roadside stalls or even find free beer in hotel ...

Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who serves as vice chair of Ambulatory Services at Lower Manhattan Hospital and professor of medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical ...

Eat a low-residue diet to make it easier for your body to pass stools. Take a walk after meals to help stimulate bowel movements. Drink plenty of water each day to soften stools and make them easier ...

Research shows that 96% of UK adults aren’t eating enough fibre, increasing their risk of health conditions like heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and bowel cancer. The average adult needs ...

Having low bilirubin levels may not pose a health risk for most people. The problem typically does not cause symptoms or health problems; in some cases, low levels may result from the impact of ...

The time you spend on the pot can offer health clues, says an expert doctor on what's normal, what's not, and why it matters. Adrienna Jirik, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist at the ...