The time you spend on the pot can offer health clues, says an expert doctor on what's normal, what's not, and why it matters.

Drink lots of water. Dr. Stein says that “plenty of hydration” will help lower the risk of constipation. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men aim to ...

Here’s what causes constipation, how often you should really be going and what you can do to support improved bowel movement frequency.