People who have difficulty passing stools may opt to take laxatives. But when you are past 50 years of age, there are some ...

A promising daily tablet is effective at increasing height and improving proportional limb growth in children with ...

A promising daily tablet is effective at increasing height and improving proportional limb growth in children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, according to a new study. And the ...

As optimism for GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss has grown, so too has their use in children. Currently, liraglutide ...

Parents often worry that their child is a poor eater, so health professionals need to know what's normal and when ...

It’s important to help our kids maintain a healthy weight. But sometimes well-intentioned interventions can cause more harm ...

A pediatric emergency medicine doctor says five common products aren’t good for kids, and some can lead to new health issues like rashes.

Is your kid's stomachache from stress, illness or just plain constipation? With enough fiber in your child's diet, you can ...

Constipation and other gastrointestinal (GI) issues are common among autistic people. However, medical treatments and a high fiber diet can help people manage constipation. Autism spectrum ...

Constipation in Crohn’s disease may be caused by lifestyle and dietary factors, as well as medical conditions like strictures. Treatment may include eating more fiber, taking laxatives, and ...

During Nickelodeon's "Kids Pick the President" special, Vice President Kamala Harris was announced the winner of the "Kids' Vote" poll.

Constipation might increase a person's risk of having a heart attack or stroke, particularly if they also have high blood pressure, a new study warns. People who are constipated have twice the ...