Colonic motility disorders, especially problems associated with constipation and diarrhea, are common in adults and children, greatly impacting quality of life. A new study in The American Journal of ...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis affects the innermost lining of the large ...

Scientists have discovered two human gut microbes that generate serotonin, revealing how microbial chemistry can shape gut movement and nerve connectivity, and opening new possibilities for treating ...

If you're regularly waking up bloated and backed up, there are some easy ways to build a more productive morning bathroom routine. "Bowel movements go in cycles for many individuals, like it's part of ...

Are you going to poop immediately after having your meal A doctor explains how this can be a sign of your poor gut health ...

Researchers have described the neurodegeneration that occurs in the nervous system of the bowel in Batten disease, a rare and fatal genetic condition. In their latest study, a team showed that gene ...

When pelvic floor muscles are too tight and won’t relax, it can make it difficult to poop. Dr. Nakib says the longer the ...

Coffee enthusiasts rejoice! Beyond its reputation as a morning essential, coffee boasts an array of health benefits that extend far beyond its delightful flavor and caffeine kick. Among its surprising ...

Figure 1A:In the awaken and fasted state, typical MMC contractile movements were seen in the gastric body, sinus, duodenum and jejunum in beagle dogs, while the colon was dominated by intermittent ...