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You may be sitting on – so to speak – a very valuable asset that scientists would love to get their hands on: your poop. As well as blood, plasma and organs, you can now donate fecal samples to stool ...

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Everyone poops. But how often? Given the fact that modern society has, for good reason, sequestered the ritual to isolation, it’s normal to wonder what it’s like—and the frequency with which it ...

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Spending too long on the toilet can cause hemorrhoids, fissures and pelvic floor issues. Gastroenterologist says pooping should take just a few minutes—avoid scrolling or reading. Boost fiber, ...