Though lactose intolerance typically causes symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, and diarrhea, it may also occasionally cause constipation. Having lactose intolerance can mean living with many ...

If you want to get healthier and fitter this year, it all starts with good gut health. A top US-based gastroenterologist recommended seven foods that support healthy digestion and prevent stomach issu ...

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, ...

Dear Dr. Donohue: Would you say something about laxatives? I suffer from constipation, and the only way I can deal with it is to take a laxative. I use three or four different ones, not all at the ...

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Would you say something about laxatives? I suffer from constipation, and the only way I can deal with it is to take a laxative. I use three or four different ones, not all at the ...

Consuming enough water and other fluids is essential when increasing fiber intake. Fiber works best when it can absorb water , which helps soften stool and prevent dryness that contributes to ...