In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, experts warn that spending too long in the bathroom can be a sign of underlying issues.

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer A new study found that the average frequency of your bowel movements could impact your microbiome and risk of chronic disease. Researchers ...

Recent research has uncovered how bowel movement frequency can serve as a vital indicator of digestive and overall health. While it is often an overlooked topic in health discussions, the frequency of ...

For us weekday warriors, the best time to have a bowel movement (BM) — in peace — is in the mornings at home. Morning movements are often effects of the body’s natural ebb and flow, including the ...

A groundbreaking study from the Institute for Systems Biology challenges conventional wisdom about digestive health, revealing that bowel movement frequency serves as a crucial indicator of overall ...

Here’s what causes constipation, how often you should really be going and what you can do to support improved bowel movement frequency.

Get ready—we need to talk about something a bit, um, off-color right now. “Poop!” says Parsley Health nutritionist Adrienne Dowd, with enough enthusiasm to warrant an exclamation point. “It’s ...

Think of your gut like that one nosy neighbor; it’s always collecting data, and it knows things. While everyone poops, not everyone follows a regular schedule. And apparently, your gut is keeping ...

Adding blueberry powder to the diet can improve gut bacteria and blood markers, according to a new study. The Blueberry Enhances Activity and Cognition Through Increased Vascular Efficiency (BEACTIVE) ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Digestive health is an essential aspect of overall well-being, yet many individuals struggle with chronic constipation, bloating, and other gastrointestinal issues. The frustrations of irregular bowel ...