Poo-phoria is for real. GI docs explain why, plus RD-approved tips to get things moving.

Pooping can have physiological and psychological effects that may feel pleasurable. Passing a bowel movement involves tension in certain muscles. Relaxing the muscles after a motion stimulates the ...

Straining while pooping can happen occasionally. However, constant strain during bowel movements can injure the rectum and lead to several health conditions. Straining occurs when a person is ...

Researchers linked pooping frequency with markers tied to the development of certain diseases. The scientists found a very clear range of pooping frequency that’s ideal for good health. There are ...

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 ...

Some health conditions like constipation may cause you to strain to pass a bowel movement. Diet and lifestyle changes, including drinking more water and eating fiber-rich foods, may help. Share on ...

Amelia Ti is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) based in NYC. She completed her Bachelor's in Nutrition & Dietetics at NYU and Master's in Applied ...

Ever wonder whether you’re pooping often enough, taking too long, or trying too hard? A new book debunks some myths and explains what’s normal and what’s not. Misconceptions abound when it comes to ...