Dermatologists explain the gut-skin connection and share practical tips for addressing both constipation and breakouts.

Constipation and the many remedies to offset it are common themes in my nutrition practice as a registered dietitian. Most of us will experience some degree of constipation at some point in our lives, ...

Can Magnesium Help With Constipation? Most of us will experience constipation at some point in our lives. It’s the most common digestive complaint and the reason for millions of doctor visits each ...

Constipation may cause frequent urination due to the anatomical proximity of the colon and the bladder. Hard stools in the colon can put pressure on the bladder, reducing its capacity, and making it ...

Constipation happens to us all. In fact, 16% of Americans and one-third of older adults suffer from chronic constipation. Difficulty passing stool and the pain that comes with it are responsible for ...

Prunes have long been a go-to remedy for constipation—and now, new research offers even more support for relying on them, along with other dried fruit, to relieve symptoms. People with chronic ...

Every December, Constipation Awareness Month brings attention to a health condition that affects millions yet is rarely discussed openly. Led by organizations such as the International Foundation for ...

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a prescription drug for adults and certain children with type 2 diabetes. One of the more common side effects of Mounjaro is constipation. In clinical studies, constipation ...

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