A simple stool sample may hold a clearer record of what you eat than a food diary ever could. In a new study, researchers ...

The number of bowel movements people experience depends on their personal anatomy, which includes their eating habits, their ...

Talking about poop (stool), especially its colour and consistency, is not really one of the most comfortable dinner-table ...

Yes, prunes are great for relieving constipation. But if prunes aren’t your thing, read about 7 dietitian-approved snacks ...

Banking samples of your own poop in your youth and then transplanting them back when you're old might be a key to healthy aging, scientists suggest. Stool samples frozen and stored when a person is ...

It’s not the most glamorous topic, but your poop is one of the most reliable health updates your body gives you every single day. No tests, no apps, no trackers, just a built-in system quietly ...

It’s time to get to the bottom of this age-old question: How often should you be pooping? Our body absorbs the protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals of the food we eat, leaving behind ...

Most people rarely discuss their bathroom habits, but paying attention to changes in your stool can provide crucial insights into your overall health. When your bowel movements become sticky, oily, or ...

Foul-smelling stool on its own is usually not a sign of cancer. Generally, it comes from diet or harmless digestive issues.

Beyond stocking your bathroom with high-quality towels, a quick-drying shower mat and an efficient filtered showerhead, one way you can quickly upgrade your bathroom experience — and your health — is ...

Floating poop is most often caused by eating more fiber than usual. High-fiber foods include whole grains, vegetables like carrots, and certain greens. But if you also notice oil in your stool, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Everyone poops—but that doesn’t mean we like to talk about it or acknowledge it in any way, shape, or ...