Constipation can cause acid reflux because straining to pass a bowel movement puts pressure on the abdomen, which can trigger reflux. Acid reflux medications, like antacids and PPIs, may cause ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD You may have constipation if you have fewer than three bowel movements in a week.  Eating ...

The human body is designed to function smoothly, but sometimes we unknowingly put it under unnecessary stress. One such instance is straining during bowel movements. While it might seem like a minor ...

When bowel rhythm goes out of sync, you are more prone to constipation and other colon related ailments. Find out how you can ...

There are days when you leave the bathroom with a smile, feeling lighter and relieved after having a smooth and easy poop. But then there are others when nothing seems to happen, your legs go numb, ...