Some health conditions like constipation may cause you to strain to pass a bowel movement. Diet and lifestyle changes, including drinking more water and eating fiber-rich foods, may help. Share on ...

If you Google the terms “constipation” and “heart attack” it’s not long before the name Elvis Presley crops up. Elvis had a longstanding history of chronic constipation and it’s believed he was ...

Pooping regularly is part of keeping your digestive system healthy. But when nature calls, it’s doesn’t always come so naturally. While it’s not abnormal to have discomfort during a bowel movement on ...

WHILE beige creamy foods can offer a much-needed comfort, your tummy might not be that appreciative of a long-term stodgy diet. Plus, expert warns that constipation isn't the "worst" consequence you ...

IF every toilet trip has you straining and struggling, it could lead to health problems in the future. Many of us don’t even realise we are straining – if you admit to scrolling on your phone while ...

Some toddlers find learning to pass stool without a diaper challenging. They may have had a large or painful bowel movement previously and be afraid to defecate again, so they begin withholding stool, ...