Gastroenterologists share what your stool’s buoyancy can reveal about your digestion, diet, and overall health.

We're all guilty — but for the sake of your bottom, it's time to stop.

Robot companions can fill the void of having a pet in the home, albeit without nearly as much of a mess or upkeep with them hanging out or roaming the house.

Having to poop midrun happens more often than you might think (or hope). In fact, this experience is so common that there’s a term for it: runner’s diarrhea, a.k.a. runner’s trots. If you’ve had loose ...

Many people wake up with aching shoulders, stiff backs, or tired legs even on days when they did not exercise. There was no ...

For decades, colon cancer was largely seen as a disease of older adults. Doctors usually began screening after the age of 50.

Prunes, coffee, oats, popcorn, bananas and legumes sometimes get a bad reputation, but they can be powerful allies for ...

Poodle crossbreeds have grown overwhelmingly popular, sparking controversy in dog parks and kennel clubs alike.

Kiwi’s fiber and water content can help make stool easier to pass. Kiwi contains a digestive enzyme that may help keep food moving through the digestive tract. Regular physical activity and getting ...

About 60 animal rights activists broke into a beagle-breeding facility in Dane County on Sunday, removing several dogs and prompting multiple arrests.

Constipation in babies is common but usually temporary. Gentle remedies like tummy massage, bicycle legs, hydration, and fiber-rich foods can help.

I was halfway across the Queensboro Bridge when a not-so-unfamiliar feeling hit me: I had to take a shit. I was 1.5 miles into my run, and I had emptied the tank just before I left my apartment. As I ...