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However, if you’ve spotted thin, narrow stools with more frequency, this could be a sign of bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer as it affects the colon (large bowel) or the back passage ...

Pooping too often, or not often enough, may put you at risk for developing chronic disease, a new study shows. Having a bowel movement once or twice a day is associated with better health, according ...

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer A new study found that the average frequency of your bowel movements could impact your microbiome and risk of chronic disease. Researchers ...

A groundbreaking study from the Institute for Systems Biology challenges conventional wisdom about digestive health, revealing that bowel movement frequency serves as a crucial indicator of overall ...

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Better newsletter for information and tools designed to improve your well-being. “Many people with chronic ...

In our fast-paced world, where stress levels soar and self-care often takes a backseat, two simple habits can make a world of difference for your digestive health: staying hydrated and taking time to ...

Everybody poops, but not every day. New research by the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) suggests bowel movement frequency is linked to long-term health. An ISB-led research team examined the ...

Isle of Wight residents are being invited to walk through a huge inflatable bowel to raise awareness for cancer next week.