Whether you use the medical terminology or refer to it as the more commonly used phrase of anal leakage, the issue can be ...

I have written in the past about the ever-increasing consumption of processed and “ultra”-processed foods, many which are very low in dietary fiber (amongst other important nutrients). So, this column ...

Q: I’m the poster child for taking fiber to control diarrhea. After an ileostomy for ulcerative colitis, I was a slave to Imodium to control constant loose stools. A doctor prescribed psyllium fiber ...

There’s a useful chart that can help you determine if your stool falls into a healthy or not-so-healthy category.

· Normalizes bowel movements. Dietary fiber increases the weight and size of your stool and softens it. A bulky stool is easier to pass, decreasing your chance of constipation. If you have loose, ...

For most people this is not a sexy subject. But your doo-doo is a large part of good health, and I think good health is always hot! Poop is made up of dead gut cells, leftover indigestible fiber and ...

Eat more fiber. You’ve probably heard it before. But do you know why fiber is so good for your health? Dietary fiber — found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes — is probably best ...