Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Magnesium citrate is the strongest magnesium salt laxative, meaning it makes bowel ...

Oftentimes constipation is more than just a minor inconvenience—it can be downright painful and trigger uncomfortable bloating and cramping. Sure, there are a bounty of constipation prevention options ...

When you feel constipated or backed up, several at-home strategies can help you find quick relief now and encourage more bowel regularity over time. Some remedies can help encourage a bowel movement ...

If you’ve tried these remedies and still struggle with constipation, or if you experience severe symptoms like rectal bleeding or persistent abdominal pain, it’s time to consult a health care ...

Constipation affects millions worldwide, yet many suffer in silence due to embarrassment or uncertainty about treatment options. Recent research reveals that this common condition significantly ...

As a mom who's dealt with my fair share of household tummy troubles ( ever heard of CSID?), I was intrigued by the two-ingredient constipation remedy that's taking social media by storm. Travel nurse ...

Constipation is often treated as a simple plumbing problem, too little movement, too much delay. But emerging research ...

There’s real proof that the tropical fruit — and rye bread and mineral water as well — could ease chronic constipation. Learn what else could help. New guidelines based on the highest quality ...

A newly discovered bacterial duo may be the hidden cause of chronic constipation. The two microbes break down the colon’s protective mucus layer, leaving stool dry and hard — a problem traditional ...

Scientists at Nagoya University in Japan have found two gut bacteria working together that contribute to chronic constipation. The duo, Akkermansia muciniphila and Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron , ...