It’s a fact of life: What goes in must come out. When you're dealing with a bout of constipation, though, you know that sometimes this can take ages. And while laxatives can help, they can sometimes ...

If you want to get healthier and fitter this year, it all starts with good gut health. A top US-based gastroenterologist recommended seven foods that support healthy digestion and prevent stomach issu ...

Though lactose intolerance typically causes symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, and diarrhea, it may also occasionally cause constipation. Having lactose intolerance can mean living with many ...

Dear Dr. Donohue: Would you say something about laxatives? I suffer from constipation, and the only way I can deal with it is to take a laxative. I use three or four different ones, not all at the ...

Consuming enough water and other fluids is essential when increasing fiber intake. Fiber works best when it can absorb water ...

Some research suggests that probiotics may help alleviate constipation. However, there is not enough evidence to prove this. The effects may depend on the probiotic species. Probiotics are live ...