How many times should I poop in a day? That’s a question that may be running through your mind as you head to the bathroom for your fifth bowel movement of the day. The answer isn’t so simple, but ...

Let’s talk about bowel movements. We all pass ‘em, but some of us more than others, which got us wondering what’s normal. So, how often should you poop? We asked Dr. Jonathan Kung, medical advisor to ...

Woman with roll of toilet paper. If you’re always running to the restroom after every meal, you might think you’re digestive system is super efficient. Staying regular is incredibly important, after ...

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Are you going to poop immediately after having your meal A doctor explains how this can be a sign of your poor gut health ...

The Bristol Stool Chart is used to assess your stool (poop) and determine whether the shape, color, and consistency suggest a health issue. Normal stool is in the middle of the chart, in the 3 to 4 ...

This sudden need to use the bathroom is due to a natural bodily reaction. The main reason people feel the urge to poop after eating is the gastrocolic reflex. This is a natural process that helps your ...

This past year held many enlightening revelations, particularly about how and why we poop. Check out our favorites here. New Year’s might just be my favorite time of the year. Apart from swanky NYE ...

Foul-smelling stool on its own is usually not a sign of cancer. Generally, it comes from diet or harmless digestive issues.

When it comes to parenting, little gets a parent's attention more than changes in their baby's poop. The texture, frequency, ...