You may not like talking about it, but just about everyone experiences constipation from time to time. In fact, 16% of all adults and 33% of adults over age 60 have symptoms of constipation, according ...

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The US has been dealing with a shortage of laxatives. But a doctor said she wouldn't recommend laxatives unless a patient had upped their fiber intake. Doctors recommend high-fiber foods such as ...

While diet and lifestyle changes can help constipation long-term, nutrition and gut health experts share drinks that provide ...

Over the counter laxatives and stool softeners can relieve constipation. Foods high in fiber and water like fruit, leafy greens, and prunes can help relieve constipation. Drinking lots of water and ...

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Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who serves as vice chair of Ambulatory Services at Lower Manhattan Hospital and professor of medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical ...