The No. 2 complication of the explosive diarrhea outbreak isn’t what we expected

Americans’ poop problems aren’t over yet. An “explosive diarrhea” parasite had thousands of people glued to the toilets this summer — while countless others began steering clear of fresh produce for fear of catching the nasty bug. Now, weeks after the stomach-churning outbreak made headlines, doctors are warning of an unexpected side effect of the … Read more

Poop transplants could help insomniacs sleep better

Don’t sleep on taking some crap. “Poop pills” have been an innovative way to potentially treat various ailments, from preventing peanut allergies to advanced cancer and liver disease. Now, struggling insomniacs may find relief with a “crapsule” before bedtime, according to new research from China. An unexpected potnetial solution for chronic insomnia has been discovered … Read more

‘Strange smell’: Woman poops on airplane seat with toilet just feet away

Crappy landings. An AirAsia plane had to be disinfected and deep-cleaned after a female passenger allegedly pooped in her seat on a flight from Malaysia to China. The odiferous incident came to light after fellow flyers raised a stink on Chinese social media. Flight AK1516 had departed Kota Kinabalu at around 10:30pm on August 18 … Read more

Brie Bella reveals she passed out while pooping in frightening ordeal: ‘Did I s–t my pants?’

Brie Bella had a nightmare of a hospital visit after passing out while on the toliet. Source link #Brie #Bella #reveals #passed #pooping #frightening #ordeal #pants

Should you be doing ‘reverse Kegels’ instead of regular ones?

Squeeze… or release? You’ve probably heard of Kegels, an exercise that can help with everything from stopping leaky pee to better sex. But recommendations from TikTok — and even some women’s magazines — aren’t one-size-fits all. In fact, some people should be skipping traditional Kegels and doing reverse Kegels to keep things running smoothly. Bridge … Read more

I mailed my poop for Viome’s $279 gut health test — the report had me flip my entire diet

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. As a health and wellness writer, I’ve tried (and done) just about everything. Bryan Johnson’s Longevity Mix. A parasite cleanse. Jennifer Aniston’s viral workout. I’m no stranger to the less-conventional … Read more

Poop pills may be the future of treating peanut allergies: study

Poop pills may be the future of treating peanut allergies: study

Don’t flush this nutty allergy treatment down the toilet. “Poop pills” aren’t a new treatment for various ailments, with “crapsules” being used to reduce toxic side effects of cancer medications and even potentially increasing the odds of surviving pancreatic cancer. Now, new research has found they could be a life-saving treatment for the millions of … Read more

RFK Jr.’s doctor says proper poops (like his) are wipe-free and ‘nearly orgasmic’

RFK Jr.’s doctor says proper poops (like his) are wipe-free and ‘nearly orgasmic’

Trump’s Cabinet may be having a very different experience on the porcelain throne than the rest of America. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Vice President JD Vance are among the senior officials embracing a diet that promises weight loss, glowing skin — and, perhaps most eyebrow-raising of all, “nearly orgasmic” poops. Yes, really. … Read more

Doctor sews patient’s organs together — creating ‘closed loop’ for his poop in ‘major surgical error’

Doctor sews patient’s organs together — creating ‘closed loop’ for his poop in ‘major surgical error’

A British surgeon has lost his job after mistakenly sewing his patient’s organs together, creating a “closed loop” that prevented bowel movements — and was nearly deadly. According to statements given to the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service, the patient had undergone emergency bowel surgery for tumor removal by NHS surgeon Dr. Yasser Adly Abdel Rahman … Read more

Can yoga prevent diarrhea? The workout showed 50% improvement for people with common stomach condition

Can yoga prevent diarrhea? The workout showed 50% improvement for people with common stomach condition

Namaste away from the toilet. The therapeutic benefits of yoga are well established, with regular practice associated with improved sleep, decreased blood pressure, less chronic pain and even cutting opioid withdrawal time in half. Additional research suggests it may also improve symptoms of a common digestive disorder affecting millions of people. Yoga has a long list of … Read more

Can we eat lettuce again? The truth about salad risk amid ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite outbreak

Can we eat lettuce again? The truth about salad risk amid ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite outbreak

Salad lovers are dealing with information whiplash after a series of revelations about where exactly the parasites causing “explosive diarrhea” are coming from. Last week, the FDA traced illnesses to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taco Bell in five states. The next day, they said that lettuce was coming from Taylor Farms in Central Mexico — … Read more

Baby not eating? Spitting up? The feeding red flags to watch for — and what’s actually normal

Baby not eating? Spitting up? The feeding red flags to watch for — and what’s actually normal

When it comes to babies, what goes down … must sometimes come up. From spit-up to food refusal, about 50% of infants develop at least one functional gastrointestinal disorder, or FGID, between birth and six months. These common, typically benign gut issues are often linked to a newborn’s still-developing gut microbiome, nervous system and immune … Read more

Stop eating salad? Lettuce may be to blame for ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite outbreak

Stop eating salad? Lettuce may be to blame for ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite outbreak

Michigan, the state with the highest number of cases of cyclosporiasis — caused by what The Post first nicknamed the “explosive diarrhea” parasite — has a primary suspect for the source of the outbreak: lettuce. They haven’t, however, found the specific lettuce or salad green to blame, nor a grower or supplier at fault. While … Read more

Chic, limited-edition ‘s–t shoes’ promise a healthier poop

Chic, limited-edition ‘s–t shoes’ promise a healthier poop

It’s footwear fit for the porcelain throne. A gut health brand is giving bathroom breaks a stylish upgrade with a chic new alternative to the Squatty Potty, debuting a limited-edition pair of shoes it says can help make trips to the toilet a smoother experience. “They are about to change the way the world poops,” … Read more

Taco Bell locations pull ingredients off menu as ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases surge

Taco Bell locations pull ingredients off menu as ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases surge

Taco Bell restaurants are pulling fresh ingredients from the menu as a fast-growing parasite outbreak linked to explosive diarrhea spreads across multiple states. Locations, including some in Metro Detroit, have posted signs telling customers they are temporarily unable to serve several produce items while health officials respond to a spike in cyclosporiasis cases, WWJ reported … Read more

Exclusive | NYC cases of ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite soar to 273 — 3 times as many as previously reported for the whole state

Exclusive | NYC cases of ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite soar to 273 — 3 times as many as previously reported for the whole state

New York City has had 273 confirmed cases of the notorious “explosive diarrhea” parasite since May 1, The Post has exclusively learned. According to an NYC Health Department spokesperson, the city has seen an increase in cases of cyclosporiasis compared to previous years, with 301 people sickened so far for the entirety of 2026. The … Read more

‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases up over 400% in a week in hardest-hit state — as experts still search for source

‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases up over 400% in a week in hardest-hit state — as experts still search for source

Cases of a parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea have quickly quadrupled in Michigan, skyrocketing to 681 people on Monday — which is up rom 170 cases in the state less than a week ago. As of the most recent reported numbers, Michigan is by far the hardest-hit state. New York, Illinois, and Texas also … Read more

Exclusive | I’m in the hospital with the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite — I wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemies

Exclusive | I’m in the hospital with the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite — I wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemies

On the last Thursday of June, Cristy Cooper sat down on the toilet and immediately realized something was terribly wrong. What followed was unlike anything the 51-year-old had ever experienced. “The amount of pressure when it comes out,” she told The Post on a phone call from the hospital. “The force is crazy.” The Texas … Read more

Exclusive | MAHA (and Marxist) moms are outfitting their babies in ‘healthier’ wool diapers — that barely need to be washed

Exclusive | MAHA (and Marxist) moms are outfitting their babies in ‘healthier’ wool diapers — that barely need to be washed

When Bailey Bouwman’s first child was born, he was a heavy wetter, and getting the perfect diaper fit to prevent leakage was impossible. There’s little as demoralizing as being the parent with the wet baby in public.  Bouwman also lives in Prince George, British Columbia, so it’s cold. If she didn’t change her son immediately … Read more

Taking laxatives can help with memory and attention span problems: study

Taking laxatives can help with memory and attention span problems: study

Talk about a gut-brain connection. Scientists have long known about the link between our stomachs and our brains, warning that our diets and gut health have a large impact on mood and mental health. And a new study published Monday may have found a way to flush the brain fog and attention issues that accompany … Read more