Gut Health

Literally Everything These “Mean Girl” Podcasters Say About Handwashing Is Wrong
“Sometimes with my roommates home, I'll, like, turn the water on because I'm like, I don't want them to think I'm, like, disgusting.”

Why Do I Get Gassy And Constipated When I Fly?
If air travel messes up your gut every time, there are steps you can take to prevent gas, bloating, and constipation when flying.

Here’s How To Properly Wipe Yourself After Using The Bathroom. Yes, There’s A Right Way To Do It.
Wiping yourself after you poop or pee seems pretty straightforward, but you might be surprised to learn you’re doing it all wrong.

This School Teaches People How To Poop Properly
For most people, knowing how to poop comes naturally. For everyone else, there’s poop school.

Tyler James Williams Almost Died From Crohn’s Disease When He Was 24. Here’s How The Chronic Illness Affects Young People.
At one point, Williams needed surgery to remove 6 inches of his intestines and developed sepsis, dropping to 105 pounds.

I’m Helping The Planet And My Plumbing With This Easy-To-Use Bidet Attachment
Once you’ve used water to clean your butt, you can’t go back to regular old wiping.

Here’s Some Expert Health Advice On How To Feel Good After Enjoying A Big Thanksgiving Meal
Nutrition experts share how you can make the most of Thanksgiving dinner and feel great after enjoying a big meal.

Norovirus, That Icky Stomach Bug, Is Back
Norovirus cases are surging back in 2023. The bug seems to be making brutal rounds in the Northeast, but the CDC said cases are on the rise nationally.

TikTok Promises Gut Health Solutions So We Asked Gastroenterologists Which Ones Really Work
We asked gastroenterologists to tell us if TikTok-promoted supplements like probiotics, L-glutamine, and others, are actually worth buying for IBS and better gut health.