Chronic constipation is associated with cognitive decline
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(Grace Wade/ New Scientist) — A large study found that infrequent bowel movements are associated with a 73 per cent increased risk of cognitive decline, including deficits in memory and attention

Chronic constipation is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline. The finding adds to a growing body   …

How often should you poop? The answer might not be what you think
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(Kristen Rogers/ CNN News) — Everyone poops, but it turns out we don’t all need to poop every day.

That’s a misconception, said gastroenterologist Dr. Folasade May, an associate professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles.

“I even have people who try and make appointments,  …