A QUICK LOOK IN THE TOILET CAN TELL YOU IF YOU’RE HEALTHY!

-Brown

If your poop is brown, then you are fin. Poop is brown due to the bile produced in your liver.

-Green

Maybe you have eaten a lot of green leafy veggies or green food coloring. The food might be going through your large intestine too quickly.

-Yellow

This type of poop indicates excess fat. This is because of malabsorption disorder like celiac disease.

-Black

This means that you are bleeding internally, because of ulcer or cancer. It may be caused by some vitamins that contain iron or bismuth subsalicylate. You should see a doctor if you are worried about this.

-Light-colored, white or clay-colored

This could mean a bile duct obstruction. It can be caused by some medicines. You should see a doctor.

-Blood-stained or red

If you see blood in your poop, it can be a symptom of cancer. See a doctor if you find blood in your stool.

4. QUICK FACTS ABOUT POOP

The food you consume usually takes 1-3 days from the time you eat it till it ends up in your poop.
Poop is made up of bacteria, undigested food, dead cells, and mucus.

Healthy poop sinks slowly.

How often should you poop?

People go once or twice a day, but some might go more or less. As per doctors, there is no normal frequency, so while you are comfy, you are fine.

How to keep poop healthy?

Have an eating regimen rich in fiber (20-25g), drink lots of water and do regular exercises.

If you have problems with pooping, dietary fiber can help you.

The proper hydration helps ensure your colon is slippery enough for the poop to move through.

When to see a doctor?
If you notice some symptoms out of the ordinary in your poop, and they persist then you should visit your doctor. We must pay attention to what our body is telling us.