Doctors Say This Type Of Poop Says A Lot About Your Digestion

Several gastroenterologists explain that stool with ragged, jagged or fluffy edges — Bristol Type 6, for the record-keepers — means food moved through the colon faster than the colon could absorb water and shape it neatly. Doctors attribute this to ordinary causes: low fiber, stress, too much coffee, artificial sweeteners, or certain medications, and generally advise against panicking over a single odd trip to the bathroom.

The ideal, according to the sourced experts, is a smooth, sausage-shaped Type 3 or 4, achieved when the colon has 'just enough time' to do its job. Persistent changes, rather than the occasional rough week, are what warrant a doctor's attention.

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