Adherence to the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7, which includes lifestyle factors like smoking status, physical activity, diet quality, BMI, blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol levels, has been linked to a lower risk of chronic constipation and chronic diarrhea based on an analysis of data from 12,912 participants. The study suggests that integrating lifestyle modifications into clinical practice could lead to improved gastrointestinal health outcomes and a better quality of life for individuals at risk of chronic bowel disorders. However, the study acknowledges limitations, such as its cross-sectional design and reliance on self-reported stool habits.

Source: Frontiers in Medicine