Black poop can be harmless, caused by certain foods or medications, or it can be a sign of melena, meaning there’s blood in your stool. Melena happens when bleeding occurs in the upper digestive tract ...

board-certified gastroenterologist based in New York City “Black poop can have several causes ranging from dietary factors to more serious medical conditions,” explains Samantha Nazareth ...

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When school officials get reports of bites or find lots of dog poop and damaged turf on a school field, they will shift the sign there from green to yellow. If things get worse, the sign will turn ...

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They usually appear after the eagle has eaten and are “vomited” through the mouth in the morning. Because eagles eat a lot and their digestive systems are quick, they poop a lot. Like other birds, ...

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Depending on a dog's digestive health, they may need one type of fiber over another. Water absorbed in the digestive tract can make stool more formed, which can help with diarrhea. On the other ...