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How Long Should It Take You to Poop? A Gastroenterologist Explains

Spending too long on the toilet can cause hemorrhoids, fissures and pelvic floor issues. Gastroenterologist says pooping should take just a few minutes—avoid scrolling or reading. Boost fiber, ...
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How often should you poop? And do you need to worry if you don't go every day? Here's what doctors say.

What could be behind not pooping as often? Experts say diet is the most common cause. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) Fact: Some people poop once a day — or even a few times a ...
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Here’s How Long It Should Take To Poop, Says a Cleveland Clinic Gastroenterologist

The time you spend on the pot can offer health clues, says an expert doctor on what's normal, what's not, and why it matters.
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I Tried the “Poop Rule” to Declutter, and It Didn’t Go as I Expected

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. After all, it’s basically an extreme version ...
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How often should you poop? And do you need to worry if you don't go every day? Here's what doctors say.

Fact: Some people poop once a day — or even a few times a day. A recent Healthline survey found that about 50 percent of people poop on a daily basis. But what if you don’t? At what point are you ...