Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Magnesium citrate is the strongest magnesium salt laxative, meaning it makes bowel ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable bloating and cramping. Sure, there are a bounty of constipation prevention options ...

If you’ve tried these remedies and still struggle with constipation, or if you experience severe symptoms like rectal bleeding or persistent abdominal pain, it’s time to consult a health care ...

As a mom who's dealt with my fair share of household tummy troubles ( ever heard of CSID?), I was intrigued by the two-ingredient constipation remedy that's taking social media by storm. Travel nurse ...

Dealing with irregular bowel movements affects millions of people, creating discomfort that can disrupt daily activities and overall well-being. The good news is that relief often lies within your own ...

The struggle (to go) is real. Few conditions are as uncomfortable — or as uncomfortable to talk about — as constipation. But as we celebrate Constipation Awareness Month (yes, it actually exists), ...

At some point, we’ve all experienced the difficulties of constipation. Struggling during a bowel movement may seem normal, but unmanaged or chronic constipation can lead to serious diseases. While you ...

Constipation is often treated as a simple plumbing problem, too little movement, too much delay. But emerging research ...

The researchers say that the microbes, Akkermansia muciniphila and Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, break down the protective ...

A newly discovered bacterial duo may be the hidden cause of chronic constipation. The two microbes break down the colon’s protective mucus layer, leaving stool dry and hard — a problem traditional ...