Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who serves as vice chair of Ambulatory Services at Lower Manhattan Hospital and professor of medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical ...

Squatting may help people complete a bowel movement, particularly if they are constipated, but this position can be difficult with a pedestal toilet. Using a foot stool can help replicate a squatting ...

Squatting, instead of sitting, may be a game-changer when emptying your bowels. Let’s take a look at some of the most commonly used positions for pooping. Pooping regularly is part of keeping your ...

For many people, smartphones have replaced a stack of magazines next to the toilet. But while scrolling and squatting may seem like just another way to multitask, some experts say there's good reason ...

American's reliance on laxatives has spurned a nationwide shortage. But there are several other ways to produce free-flowing bowel movements in the meantime. One of the trendiest constipation ...

Digestive health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet many people experience issues such as constipation, irregular bowel movements, and discomfort during elimination. Digestive health is a ...

Constipation is a frustrating problem that almost everyone faces at some point. Long hours of straining on the toilet, incomplete evacuation, or hard stools can make bathroom visits stressful and ...

Everyone’s bowel habits are different. Some people might poop every day, while others may go a few times a week—and, it’s all normal. However, there are some bathroom habits that gastroenterologists ...