Olive oil may help to relieve constipation by lubricating the intestines and softening stool. Learn how to use it and whether it causes side effects.

Psyllium is considered a gentle laxative with other possible health benefits, but experts recommend speaking to your doctor before you take psyllium daily over the long term.

Discover natural ways to combat constipation with five potent essential oils. Ginger, fennel, peppermint, rosemary, and lemon ...

Robert O. Heuckeroth, MD, PhD, and Ritu Verma, MBChB, will lead a study assessing the safety of a laxative for adults that is often given to constipated children, according to a New York Times report.

Q: My 2-year-old grandson has problems with constipation, and his pediatrician has recommended MiraLAX to be taken daily. He has now been taking it for about two months. I am concerned that his ...

Amid soaring demand for laxatives, many brands are in short supply across the country. This shortage of polyethylene glycol 3350 — the generic name for over-the-counter laxatives — has people ...

Symptoms may include difficulty passing stools and passing hard, lumpy, or dry stools less than twice a week. Constipation in children can happen for various reasons. This article looks at symptoms, ...