Research shows that regular aerobic exercise has beneficial effects on constipation symptoms and quality of life for people ...

Chronic constipation may stem from various causes beyond diet and lifestyle. Recognising and addressing the hidden factors, ...

Nonpharmacologic modalities, such as increased exercise or fluid intake and ... their efficacy in patients for whom constipation is chronic is less well defined. Some studies suggest benefit ...

Constipation’s link to UTIs underscores the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle. Breaking the cycle of unhealthy bowel ...

The problem of chronic constipation is complicated by 'myths and misconceptions', according to Müller-Lissner and colleagues. In their recent review, they have examined the quality of evidence ...

Constipation is often exacerbated by increased use of prescription medications (especially narcotics), lack of adequate fluid intake, poor compliance with bowel program, inadequate diet, and decreased ...

Constipation is a difficulty passing stool. Chronic constipation occurs when the problem lasts for more than a few weeks. Most people experience mild cases of constipation on occasion and treat it ...

Constipation can make you feel constantly bloated or uncomfortable. You may also experience harmful side effects, such as bowel obstructions, due to chronic constipation. An estimated 15% of ...

US researchers have characterized different chronic constipation phenotypes by using a barostat manometric assembly inserted into the colon. “Chronic constipation is a common problem and the ...

Chronic constipation can be exacerbated by daily habits like excessive tea drinking and smoking. Tea, especially black tea, contains tannins and caffeine, which can dehydrate the body and slow ...