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  Pooping wrong? US-based gastroenterologist flags 8 toilet habits harming your gut health

  Health | December 20, 2025 15:07 IST

  A gastroenterologist highlights common bathroom habits that may silently harm gut health. From straining too hard and sitting too long to ignoring the urge to go, these everyday behaviours can signal that your body isn’t working as smoothly as it should.

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  Doctor’s viral hack: The right way to sit on the toilet for constipation relief

  Health | September 16, 2025 17:12 IST

  Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab explained on Instagram that raising your feet on a stool while sitting on the toilet mimics squatting, relaxes key muscles, and makes passing stool easier for people with constipation.

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  Suffering from Constipation? Be aware of THESE serious diseases, ways to prevent bowel dysfunction

  Health | August 08, 2024 10:43 IST

  Long-term constipation can signal serious health issues. Learn about associated diseases and effective prevention strategies to maintain optimal bowel health.

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  IBS Awareness Month 2024: Signs that you are suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome

  Health | April 15, 2024 14:56 IST

  The chronic nature of IBS and the challenge of controlling its symptoms can be frustrating for both patients and healthcare providers. However, some treatments and therapies can help.

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  Bowel Cancer: Expert decodes the link between alcohol and the deadly disease

  Health | January 24, 2024 11:47 IST

  During Cancer Awareness Month 2024, by raising awareness about the risk factors and symptoms of bowel cancer, we can encourage early detection and improve outcomes for those affected by this disease.

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  Irritable Bowel Syndrome VS Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Expert explains the difference

  Health | January 19, 2024 6:00 IST

  For a proper treatment, knowing the difference between Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Inflammatory Bowel Disease is very important. The causes, symptoms and treatments also differ.

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  IBS, constipation may be early warning signs of Parkinson's disease, finds new research

  Health | August 25, 2023 13:27 IST

  Gut conditions may precede the development of Parkinson's disease too.

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  Refined grains to dairy products: 5 worst foods for irritable bowel syndrome

  Health | July 26, 2023 16:39 IST

  If you are looking to find foods that won’t aggravate your IBS symptoms, these five products should definitely be avoided.

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  Women suffer more from constipation and IBS; finds survey

  Health | June 30, 2023 14:27 IST

  The latest survey has revealed some interesting insights into how constipation and IBS are more common among women.

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  Chronic constipation: Here are five ways to get rid of bowel blockage

  Health | April 05, 2023 19:00 IST

  Chronic constipation can cause discomfort and even lead to bowel blockages, which can be dangerous. To avoid this, it is important to find ways to alleviate constipation.

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  Irritable bowel syndrome: Symptoms, common myths, and 5 helpful Ayurvedic herbs

  Health | October 11, 2021 18:48 IST

  IBS is a long-term disease that you can manage by having a proper diet and following a healthy lifestyle. Eating healthy, regular exercise, and planning a daily routine are highly focusing areas for an IBS patient. There are several myths and misinformation about IBS all over the internet so first, we need to break them.

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  People with inflammatory bowel disease likely to die early: Study

  Health | November 09, 2020 17:37 IST

  "The good news is life expectancy has increased in people with IBD, but there is still a gap between people with and without the disease," said study author Eric Benchimol from The Hospital for Sick Children in Canada.

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  Fungus linked to dandruff may worsen bowel disease, says study

  Lifestyle | March 07, 2019 7:56 IST

  Malassezia restricta yeasts found in oily skin and scalp follicles are linked to several skin conditions. These microscopic fungi also often end up in the gut.

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  A concoction of bacteria and veggies can help keep bowel cancer at bay

  Health | January 13, 2018 17:05 IST

  This mixture killed more than 95 percent of colorectal cancer cells in a dish.

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  Fletcher To Take Break Because Of Bowel Disease

  Football | December 14, 2011 12:01 IST

  London, Dec 14: After months of putting his health at risk while playing with a chronic bowel disease, Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has been forced take an extended break from football to rest and