Is it you? Or is it the coffee? Reviewed by Dietitian Sarah Pflugradt, Ph.D., RDN, CSCS Drinking coffee can stimulate your colon and signal the release of hormones, which increases your need to poop.

When you drink coffee, several reactions occur in your body. It can make you more alert and boost your cognitive function. Coffee can also cause contractions in your colon that help food move through ...

For some people, coffee jump-starts their bowel movements in addition to their energy. Despite the drink's popularity, there isn't a lot of research on why coffee sends many people running to the ...

Americans love coffee. As many as 154 million adults start their day with a coffee, whether it’s a cup from the French press at home, a double espresso from the local coffee shop or a coffee drink ...

If you’re like me, one of the simple joys of a new morning is sipping a hot mug of coffee. Millions of people around the globe reach for a cup for its rich aroma, taste or jolt of energy it provides.