New Delhi, Feb. 10 -- For many people, mornings follow a familiar rhythm: wake up, sip coffee, and suddenly feel the urge to head to the toilet. It is so common that coffee has almost earned a reputation as a "natural laxative". But is that really true, or is it just a habit your body has learned over time? Constipation is a widespread issue, affecting digestion, comfort, and even mood. When bowel movements feel slow or difficult, people often look for quick fixes, and coffee seems like an easy answer. But the relationship between coffee and pooping is more complex than it looks.

Health Shots reached out to Dr Manish Dodmani, Consultant, Medical Gastroenterology, KIMS Hospitals, to understand how coffee interacts with your gut and whethe...