A recent study found that a combination of dietary fibers effectively alleviated chronic constipation, enhancing bowel ...

It’s normal to have an occasional bout of constipation. Uncomfortable as it may be, this usually resolves within a few days. But chronic constipation—which might require some action—is the issue if ...

The incidence of chronic constipation increases as we age. A new study from Mass General Brigham researchers compares five common diets to determine the effectiveness of preventing chronic ...

A proof-of-concept study suggests the 5-HT4 receptor agonist prucalopride, which is approved for chronic constipation, ...

Kiwifruits, rye bread and high mineral-content water could all help alleviate chronic constipation. That's according to the first ever evidence-based dietary guidelines for adults with chronic ...

Chronic constipation is more than just an occasional inconvenience; it's a condition that affects more than 10% of the global population, significantly affecting quality of life and placing a ...

The authors make the point that bowel functions in general are associated with a lot of health outcomes. Direct association would be somebody with severe constipation, or the long term can be and ...

Study Suggests Persistent Digestive Problems May Be Associated With Higher Cardiovascular Risks Heart attacks remain one of ...

Similarly to most FGID, chronic constipation is more commonly diagnosed in female patients (M/F ratio: 1: 2–3) (1, 2). Constipation is a prevalent disorders in Western countries that may affect up to ...

Chronic constipation affects up to 20% of adults in the United States, and it can both cause discomfort and affect quality of life. Researchers with King's College London in the United Kingdom wanted ...