Complementary therapies for treating irritable bowel syndrome with constipation include exercise, probiotics, peppermint oil ...

Periodically, we see reports that scientists are closer to developing a pill that would mimic the benefits of exercise. The truth is that no medication or supplement even comes close to exercise for ...

I recently presented a clinical scenario about a patient of mine named Brenda, in Constipation and Cramping: A Slam-Dunk Diagnosis? This 35-year-old woman came to me with symptoms that had been going ...

Constipation is no longer just an elderly concern, with doctors reporting a sharp rise among young adults due to stress, poor ...

Diet and exercise changes, fiber supplements, and the occasional use of laxatives may ease constipation in most cases. However, with chronic constipation, it’s important to talk with a healthcare ...

Almost every adult has dealt with constipation at least once in their lives. Constipation is a condition of the digestive system which occurs when the colon has absorbed too much water from the food ...

While I fully expect to be at the “butt end” of many comments for this column, I feel compelled to address this topic at the request of several patients. It seems that many geriatric physical ...

Natural stool softeners include fibrous fruits, probiotics, and some oils. Constipation is widespread across the United States. The National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases ...

Another common bathroom-related problem for both men and women is constipation, which exercise can help improve as well. In a study of 62,000 women, those who reported daily physical activity were ...