By Korin Miller Published on August 7, 2023 Fact checked by Nick Blackmer TikTok users are warning people that eating too many cherries can cause gastrointestinal issues. Though cherries do contain fiber, it’s more likely that their sugar alcohols are giving people diarrhea. To avoid stomach issues, stick to eating a single serving or two...
By Kristen Rogers, CNN Updated 9:00 AM EDT, Wed July 12, 2023 How often you should poop can depend on several personal factors, according to experts. John Keeble/Moment RF/Getty Images Everyone poops, but it turns out we don’t all need to poop every day. That’s a misconception, said gastroenterologist Dr. Folasade May, an associate professor...
Contrary to what some might believe, everybody poops (yes, even women), making it one of the most ordinary and universal human experiences. Bowel movements are an essential part of our digestive health, and they’re really not something you should put off. But sometimes you just can’t get to a toilet. Maybe you’re in the middle...
Having a bowel movement is a critical part of digesting the food we eat. Stool formed by the large intestine is the body’s way of getting rid of waste. While you should talk to your doctor about any concerns, changes in poop color and consistency could show what is happening inside your digestive system. Rocks...
A revolutionary new filter works in reverse of how we think they work, letting the small stuff in to keep the big stuff out. Every day, we use filters. They keep damaging particles from entering our motors, carcinogens from entering our air or lungs, and unsafe matter out of our drinking water. In your kitchen,...
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – August 23, 2018 – Probiotics seem to be everywhere these days – in yogurt, pickles, bread, even dog food. But there’s one place that may surprise you: There are probiotics in dirty diapers. Yes, that’s right – baby poop. Scientists at Wake Forest School of Medicine have...
