Travel can be wonderful. It’s an opportunity to set aside your humdrum routines and see different places, eat different foods and sleep on different pillows. It can also be terrible for these same ...

The research adds to a growing body of work examining how long-term eating patterns influence overall digestive function.

If you’ve been experiencing constipation, it’s possible that your vitamin supplements may be causing it. But there are things you can do to manage it. Share on Pinterest Pranithan Chorruangsak/Getty ...

Foods to avoid when constipated include white bread, dairy, red meat, and fried foods because they may slow digestion and create hardened stools. Certain medical conditions can make you more likely to ...

While there are plenty of foods and some health conditions that cause constipation, certain supplements may also be to blame. It’s worth double-checking your routine vitamins to see if they may be the ...

Just about everyone gets, ahem, backed up—aka, constipation—occasionally. For many people, however, constipation can turn into a constant nightmare. Thankfully, a handy evidence-based guide out this ...

Constipation affects one in five people. Emergency physician Dr Darren Green explains what’s normal, what’s not, and why gut health, diet and habits matter more than quick fixes. Constipation is ...

Cynthia Sass is a nutritionist and registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. Frequently seen on national TV, she's Health's contributing nutrition editor ...

Processed foods, high-fat meals, and sugary foods may cause or worsen constipation. Eating fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help you poop. Getting exercise and staying hydrated are ...

Following a high protein diet without enough fiber may lead to constipation. Increasing fiber intake, drinking plenty of fluids, and regular exercise, may help prevent or relieve constipation. Protein ...

Diabetes drug semaglutide is sometimes used for heart disease and weight loss. But it has a number of side effects that may make it risky to use for weight loss alone, including constipation.

Antibiotics can cause many side effects. In some cases, this may include constipation. The risk of constipation depends on the specific antibiotic a person takes and other individual risk factors.