Everyone’s bowel habits are different. Some people poop like clockwork: every day at the same time. Others go more sporadically, like a few times a week. Doctors say it’s crucial to know what’s normal ...

At this point in life, you likely have a good idea of what your average bowel movements look like. So if you happen to notice they’re darker than usual, it’s understandable to wonder, “Why is my poop ...

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The time you spend on the pot can offer health clues, says an expert doctor on what's normal, what's not, and why it matters.

Has a weekend full of leftovers left you filled to the brim? Dr. Wendi, a California-based board-certified gastroenterologist — or as she says, a legitimate poop doctor — is on hand and bowel with her ...

Now, Dr Trisha Pasricha, a physician and scientist at Harvard Medical School, is sharing what 'weird' poop colours could mean for your health. In her column Ask a Doctor at The Washington Post, she ...