Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Antacids are over-the-counter (OTC) medications that help relieve heartburn or indigestion by reducing stomach acid. While they provide quick relief, antacids ...

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Gut health experts explain how coffee stimulates a bathroom run (caffeine's not the only contributor) and whether you can control it.

Scientists have uncovered that “forever chemicals” like PFAS are even more acidic than anyone realized, meaning they dissolve ...

She doesn’t give a s–t. Britney Spears is hitting back at critics who called her out for leaving dog poop on her mansion floor. “Shame on those who judged my home in my pajamas !!!” the “… Baby One ...

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Digestive health has a bigger impact on daily life than many of us realize. It influences not only physical comfort but also energy levels, mood and confidence. After all, when something feels “off” ...

Constipation can cause acid reflux because straining to pass a bowel movement puts pressure on the abdomen, which can trigger reflux. Acid reflux medications, like antacids and PPIs, may cause ...

I was halfway across the Queensboro Bridge when a not-so-unfamiliar feeling hit me: I had to take a shit. I was 1.5 miles into my run, and I had emptied the tank just before I left my apartment. As I ...

If you’re one of the 63 million Americans who went hiking last year, chances are you’ve found yourself needing to go, with no toilet in sight. Aside from personal inconvenience, why is this such a big ...

Acid reflux refers to the flow of stomach acid back into your esophagus, a connecting tube between your throat and stomach. It is also known as gastroesophageal reflux and occurs as heartburn, a ...