Tag: digestion

There are some things that remain unchanged from child to adulthood — and giggling when you toot is one of them. Whether you blame...

Ghost poops - also called "no wipers" or "unicorn poops" - are bowel movements that leave no residue in the toilet or on toilet...

Stomach acid has been portrayed as a bad guy in the mainstream media. We see TV commercials with people clutching their abdomens and feeling...

While the subject of our bathroom habits is usually either brushed under the rug or discussed in the form of embarrassing jokes, it is...

Herbs and spices pair wonderfully to add flavor and aroma to dishes. They also provide numerous health benefits. Traditional Chinese and Indian therapies use...

Most of us know hydration is essential—after all, water makes up about 60% of the human body. But according to dietitians, when you drink...

Prunes may have a reputation as a natural remedy for constipation, but new research suggests their benefits stretch far beyond digestive health. Studies now...

Ginger has been prized for centuries as both a culinary spice and a natural remedy—and modern science is catching up with what ancient traditions...

It might sound funny—or downright gross—but more patients are showing up to doctors’ appointments armed with photo albums of their poop. From pediatricians to...

We’ve all heard the warning: “Don’t swallow your gum—it’ll stay in your stomach for seven years!” It’s a playground myth that’s been passed down...