Here’s what causes constipation, how often you should really be going and what you can do to support improved bowel movement ...

Some can have a daily BM and still not feel that they have emptied." In other words, having less frequent but complete bowel movements may be healthier than having frequent small bowel movements.

Many people have poor digestive systems, that cause them to not have regular bowel movements. This makes them rely on drinks like coffee or tea, which can help induce stool.

People scrolling on their phones on the toilet tend to lose track of time, Monzur said, sitting and straining their muscles to get a bowel movement out. And guess what? Your doctors can tell.