The digestive system breaks down everything you eat and drink to absorb nutrients and make the energy your body needs. Whatever solids can’t be broken down and used get excreted as poop. Poop comes in ...

“If you notice your poop sticking to the bowl, you can try increasing your fiber intake through fruit, vegetables, and/or ...

The Bristol Stool Chart is used to assess your stool (poop) and determine whether the shape, color, and consistency suggest a health issue. Normal stool is in the middle of the chart, in the 3 to 4 ...

Parents of babies and pets don’t think twice about discussing their little ones’ poop. They laugh over vile diaper explosions, read Everyone Poops at bedtime, scoop up puppy dookie and ponder its ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. — A man who authorities say sprayed a foul-smelling brown liquid on produce at a South Carolina grocery store now faces federal charges. Charleston Police said 41-year-old Pau Hang ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected]. Why is my poop brown? – Ethan J., age 9, Potomac ...

Children between the ages of 2 and 5 can take liquid immodium. Older children can take capsules or tablets. Be sure to follow the packaging’s dosage instructions or speak with a pharmacist to ...