Black, green, yellow, brown, red, or gray—baby poop can come in many different colors. Find out what your baby’s poop can tell you about your little one’s health.
You should be concerned if your stools aredeep red, maroon, black, or "tarry," especially if they have a noticeable odor. This may mean that there is blood in the stool. Does healthy poop float or sink? Healthy poop will typically sink to the bottom of the toilet, look dark brown, a...
If your poop is pale, it’s not likely directly due to a food. But medicines for diarrhea like bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) can sometimes cause pale or clay-colored poop. So can barium, a chalky liquid you drink before you get X-rays of the upper part of your diges...
Are you prepared for a Spoopy Halloween? That’s right, not spooky, but spoopy. Halloween doesn’t have to be scary; it can be funny and cute too and that is the essence of spoopy. Arising from internet slang and memes around ghosts, skeletons, and all t
Healthy poop can be a sign that your digestive system is working properly, while abnormal poop is a signal that something is off. Read on to get to know what different types of poop mean and how to have healthy poop. Why Poop Type Matters Keeping an eye on your poop may not sound lik...
It may come as a shock when you see it, but a green poop every once in a while is OK. It may be because you eat a lot of green vegetables (which is good) or too much green food coloring (not so good). It also may mean that your food is moving through your system too quickly...
But what does it really mean to be “regular,” and what should you watch out for? Factors That Can Cause Variation in Bowel Movements The frequency and consistency of bowel movements can differ significantly from person to person, influenced by various factors, from daily habits to underlying ...
The Bristol stool chart: Types of poop and what they mean If you’re having pooping problems, you’re probably not thrilled at the idea of describing your bowel movements in detail when you visit the doctor. The good news is that you may not have to. ...
RedCertain foods, such as beets, can turn your poop red. But it could also mean that blood is coming from the lower area of the colon, which could be a sign of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). [6] Blood in your feces can also be caused by hemorrhoids (swollen tissues around the an...
Wondering where your poop falls on the Bristol Stool Chart? Here’s a look at the seven types and what they mean. Buckle up! What Is the Bristol Stool Chart? The Bristol Stool Chart was developed in 1997 as a clinical assessment tool. Dr. Sabine Hazan, MD, a gastroenterologist, creator...