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The next time you go number two, you should take a peek in the toilet. (You should actually be doing this after every bowel movement, doctors say.) While certain things such as blood in your poop and ...

In the spirit of spooky season and in celebration of gut health, we’re talking ghost poops and phantom feces. What is a ghost ...

At this point in life, you likely have a good idea of what your average bowel movements look like. So if you happen to notice they’re darker than usual, it’s understandable to wonder, “Why is my poop ...

Ayurveda suggests that pooping during Brahma Muhurta (4-6 AM) aligns with the body's natural rhythm, promoting efficient waste elimination and preventing toxin accumulation. This practice supports ...

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Causes of Blood In Stool: Have you ever noticed something unusual in the toilet bowl, a reddish colour or even black, tarry lines? It is one of those moments that can give one a shock. When blood ...

Visit the potty after meals. The brain tells the stomach to get to work pooping shortly after meals (called the gastrocolic reflex). Take advantage of this and have your toddler sit on the potty about ...