For us weekday warriors, the best time to have a bowel movement (BM) — in peace — is in the mornings at home. Morning movements are often effects of the body’s natural ebb and flow, including the ...

Drink lots of water. Dr. Stein says that “plenty of hydration” will help lower the risk of constipation. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men aim to ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable ...

Everyone’s bowel habits are different. Some people might poop every day, while others may go a few times a week—and, it’s all normal. However, there are some bathroom habits that gastroenterologists ...

Here’s what causes constipation, how often you should really be going and what you can do to support improved bowel movement frequency.

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer A new study found that the average frequency of your bowel movements could impact your microbiome and risk of chronic disease. Researchers ...