Pooping is an essential part of digestive health. Yet, it’s estimated that up to 16% of American adults have symptoms of constipation, which is partially defined as having less than three bowel ...
When was the last time you went No. 2? There’s no need to be embarrassed; your bowel habits are an important part of understanding your digestive health. Plus, as dietitians, we’re trained to ...
The "internal shower" drink popularized by social media is made with water, chia seeds and lemon juice. Chia seeds are high in fiber and help form a gel that supports gut health and makes it easier to ...
Stuck in pur-gut-ory? You’re not alone. While chronic stomach issues are worth getting checked out, a bit of bathroom bottleneck from time to time is normal — if not wildly unpleasant. The good news ...
Might as well flush those soft gels down the toilet — because they’re not helping you flush anything else down there. If you’ve turned to stool softeners to help with constipation but haven’t found ...