A cup of coffee does more than perk you up—it can help get things moving, too. But timing matters if you want the best ...

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease in which inflammation and ulcers occur throughout the colonic mucosa. Recently, the ...

Colon cancer is relatively common in the U.S. The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that it's the third-most common cancer (excluding skin) and more than 106,000 people will be diagnosed with ...

Dr Jack Ogden has issued an urgent warning over 'silent' and 'pain-free' bowel cancer symptoms as cases surge among Gen Z and under 50s.

Much of the food you eat is absorbed by your digestive system, which includes your stomach and your intestines.

About 1.9 million new cases of colorectal cancer were reported in 2020, claiming 930,000 lives, according to the WHO data.

Understanding your bowel movements is crucial for maintaining overall health. Your colon, also known as the large intestine, plays a significant role in your digestive system. Constipation and other ...

A common misconception is that the signs and symptoms of colon cancer are obvious. The truth is, a lot of symptoms don't often show up until the condition is already in advanced stages. Noticing the ...

To help improve colorectal cancer screening rates, Everlywell has gone full potty-mouth—and is encouraging others to do the same. After commissioning a survey that found that the majority of American ...

While colonics (which is essentially just the emptying of your G.I. tract) can be beneficial for some things—like prepping for a colonoscopy, for example—they should always be approved by your doctor ...

When a child struggles with constipation, it can be a source of frustration and discomfort for the whole family. But a ...