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

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

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

In today’s fast-paced environment, many office workers are falling prey to an increasingly common phenomenon known as ‘voluntary withholding’ where the natural urge to go to the toilet is ignored.

The number of bowel movements people experience depends on their personal anatomy, which includes their eating habits, their intestinal microbiome, their exercise routine and their inherited traits.

Ghost poops are bowel movements that leave no skid marks in the toilet bowl or streaks on your toilet paper. Julia Barten, a physical therapist at the Stanford Pelvic Health Center, calls these ...

Ever taken a "ghost poop?" For a topic most people shy away from talking about in real life, bowel movements are an extremely popular subject of discussion online. So-called ghost poops have gone ...

In the spirit of spooky season and in celebration of gut health, we’re talking ghost poops and phantom feces. A ghost poop leaves no evidence of its exit. luckybusiness – stock.adobe.com That “without ...

Blood in your stool may be due to a number of factors, such as straining to poop, anal fissures, and hemorrhoids. Treatment depends on the specific cause of your constipation and bleeding. Many people ...

Gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection that causes symptoms like diarrhea, cramping, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Viruses, bacteria, and parasites can cause gastroenteritis. A ...

While it’s not the most pleasant topic of conversation, your dog’s stool can provide valuable insights into their overall gut health. Just like in humans, the digestive system is the foundation to ...