BACKED up? Scientists have discovered a new type of ‘bacterial constipation’ that laxatives, fibre supplements and diet ...

A new condition of "bacterial constipation" has been discovered, which might lead to better treatments if going to the loo ...

Constipation is often treated as a simple plumbing problem, too little movement, too much delay. But emerging research ...

A newly discovered bacterial duo may be the hidden cause of chronic constipation. The two microbes break down the colon’s protective mucus layer, leaving stool dry and hard — a problem traditional ...

The researchers say that the microbes, Akkermansia muciniphila and Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, break down the protective mucus layer of the colon. The study, published in the Gut Microbes, explains ...

Researchers found that Akkermansia muciniphila and Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron degrade protective colonic mucin, drying ...

Scientists in Japan have uncovered a bacterial duo in the gut that might explain why millions of people struggle with chronic constipation, especially when traditional treatments fail. Their work ...

People who struggle with chronic constipation have a new drug-free option to help get things moving again.It's a first-of-its-kind capsule about the size of a regular pill — but instead of releasing ...

Living with chronic constipation comes with a lot of uncertainty. It interferes with your usual routine and can keep you from enjoying your favorite activities. Let’s face it: Constipation is ...

Constipation affects your skin as well as your digestion. It causes ageing inflammation and leaves your face puffy and dull.