How often you poop is highly personal, but there is a range that’s considered “normal.” Now, research suggests that the range should be a little narrower than doctors previously thought—and that how ...

They’re taking the plunge. A small number of Canadian cancer patients are testing a pill that contains healthy bacteria from human poop to see if it can extend their lives. “Pancreatic cancer has a ...

You may be able to tell a lot about your health from how often you poop. “In the scientific literature, we see strong associations between bowel movement frequency abnormalities (constipation, in ...

Everybody poops, but how often people go could reveal a lot about their long-term health, according to research published Tuesday in the journal Cell Reports Medicine. The study of more than 1,400 ...

Poo has been so taboo that you'd be forgiven for knowing very little about what makes it healthy; here, 11 poop health facts we learned in 2020. Everybody poops (except me, when sharing a small space ...

The new Dekoda scanner from Kohler is a smart camera that attaches to your toilet and analyzes what’s in the bowl. Learn what ...

Is ‘Leaky Gut’ a Real Condition? The term "leaky gut" is a widely discussed social media topic. Our experts share if the condition is really real and what you can do about it. PSA: Improving your gut ...

Turns out that fecal transplants are No. 2. It’s hard to imagine, but these transplants are really hot right now. Clinical trials have shown promising results for treating cancer, reversing the ...

It's a dirty job, but someone's gotta tell you about what's in your child's diapers. Here's a guide to the baby poop changes you'll see over the first year. The mysteries of a baby’s diaper are ...

Baby poop colors can vary widely, but red, black, or white poop should prompt a call to the doctor. Soft, squishy poop is normal for babies on all-liquid diets, but hard or watery poop can signal ...