encouraging the movement of waste through your digestive system. A study conducted in 2015 found that yoga helped reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which often includes constipation.

Exercise is essential for regular bowel movements. In fact ... Stretching may also help ease constipation, and yoga may, too.

The reason for this is because exercise increases the motility of the bowel – that is the contractions ... Professor Dame Kumar. Gentle movement, like yoga, can also help.

“Alcohol, exercise, sleep and changes in our diet will all affect our bowel movements, so it’s worth ... you might find some evening yoga poses or a gentle walk helps ease some food through ...

Dear Doctors: The yoga teacher at our local Y is always talking about the pelvic floor ... changing your diet to prevent constipation and facilitate easier bowel movements, medications to address ...