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 ...

Veggies like peas, artichokes, and broccoli help relieve constipation naturally. Pair fiber-rich foods with water and ...

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 ...

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 ...

Twisting and hip-opening yoga poses may promote digestion and reduce gas. Yoga may relieve stress that may worsen constipation. Combined poses, breathing exercises, and meditation support overall ...

Bowel retraining is a program that people can follow to help regain control over the bowels or to help relieve chronic constipation. It involves training the body to have bowel movements each day at ...

Constipation is becoming more common, especially in cities. Earlier, we mostly saw it in older people, but now many young adults are coming with this problem. Long sitting hours, less physical ...