{"id":1884,"date":"2025-09-11T09:45:22","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T09:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/?p=1884"},"modified":"2025-12-18T15:22:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T15:22:52","slug":"10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things Your Poop Can Tell About Your Health: Understanding Gut Signals with Probiotics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Your poop is more than just a bathroom routine\u2014it\u2019s a window into your overall health. Observing stool <strong>can provide valuable clues about digestion, diet, immunity, and even mood.<\/strong> From color and shape to frequency and smell, each characteristic can reveal underlying gut conditions or imbalances in your microbiome. With probiotics playing a critical role in <strong>maintaining a healthy gut, paying attention to your poop is a practical and simple form of health monitoring. <\/strong>This article explores what your poop says about your health, why it matters, and how probiotics can help you maintain optimal digestive function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#1_Color_Clues_What_Color_Is_a_Healthy_Poop\" title=\"1. Color Clues: What Color Is a Healthy Poop?\">1. Color Clues: What Color Is a Healthy Poop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#2_Shape_and_Form_What_Does_a_Healthy_Poop_Look_Like\" title=\"2. Shape and Form: What Does a Healthy Poop Look Like?\">2. Shape and Form: What Does a Healthy Poop Look Like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#3_Frequency_Matters_Is_It_Healthy_to_Poop_5_Times_a_Day\" title=\"3. Frequency Matters: Is It Healthy to Poop 5 Times a Day?\">3. Frequency Matters: Is It Healthy to Poop 5 Times a Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#4_Smell_Signals_How_Can_Probiotics_help\" title=\"4. Smell Signals: How Can Probiotics help?\">4. Smell Signals: How Can Probiotics help?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#5_Floating_vs_Sinking_What_Your_Poops_Buoyancy_Tells_You\" title=\"5. Floating vs. Sinking: What Your Poop\u2019s Buoyancy Tells You\">5. Floating vs. Sinking: What Your Poop\u2019s Buoyancy Tells You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#6_Mucus_in_Poop\" title=\"6. Mucus in Poop\">6. Mucus in Poop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#7_Blood_in_Stool_When_to_Worry_and_Check_Your_Gut_Health\" title=\"7. Blood in Stool: When to Worry and Check Your Gut Health\">7. Blood in Stool: When to Worry and Check Your Gut Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#8_Straining_or_Pain\" title=\"8. Straining or Pain\">8. Straining or Pain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#9_Unusual_Poop_Patterns\" title=\"9. Unusual Poop Patterns\">9. Unusual Poop Patterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#10_Poop_as_a_Window_to_Overall_Health\" title=\"10. Poop as a Window to Overall Health\">10. Poop as a Window to Overall Health<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#Bioma_Probiotics_for_a_Healthy_Poop\" title=\"Bioma Probiotics for a Healthy Poop\">Bioma Probiotics for a Healthy Poop<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/10-things-your-poop-can-tell-about-your-health-understanding-gut-signals-with-probiotics\/#Your_Poop_as_a_Daily_Gut_Health_Check\" title=\"Your Poop as a Daily Gut Health Check\">Your Poop as a Daily Gut Health Check<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Color_Clues_What_Color_Is_a_Healthy_Poop\"><\/span><strong>1. Color Clues: What Color Is a Healthy Poop?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Poop color is influenced by bile, diet, and gut bacteria. <strong>A typical healthy stool is brown, indicating proper digestion and microbial balance.<\/strong> Other colors can signal different conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1839de\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Green<\/strong>: Often from leafy greens or fast transit time; sometimes linked to gut microbiome shifts.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Yellow<\/strong>: Could indicate fat malabsorption or enzyme deficiencies.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Black<\/strong>: May signal bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract or iron supplements.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Red<\/strong>: Can indicate bleeding in the lower gut or foods like beets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<table class=\"poop-color-chart\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Color<\/th>\n<th>Possible Cause<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Brown<\/td>\n<td>Normal<\/td>\n<td>Healthy gut bacteria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<t\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Introducing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/nutrition\/the-benefits-of-probiotics\">probiotics can support a balanced microbiome<\/a>, encouraging normal brown coloring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Shape_and_Form_What_Does_a_Healthy_Poop_Look_Like\"><\/span><strong>2. Shape and Form: What Does a Healthy Poop Look Like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The Bristol Stool Chart classifies stools from type 1 (hard lumps) to type 7 (watery). A healthy poop is typically type 3\u20134: <strong>smooth and sausage-shaped<\/strong>. Proper stool consistency ensures effective nutrient absorption and a thriving gut microbiome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.bioma.health\/bioma-probiotics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Probiotics<\/a> can help normalize stool form, reducing constipation or diarrhea and supporting a stable digestive rhythm. Paying attention to what a <strong>healthy poop looks<\/strong> like can help identify subtle gut issues early.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-blob-9\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-1024x421.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1866\" style=\"width:750px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-1024x421.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-300x123.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-768x316.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-50x21.jpg 50w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-1600x658.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-1536x632.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sportswoman-wearing-sportswear-with-hands-stomach-city-1-2048x842.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Frequency_Matters_Is_It_Healthy_to_Poop_5_Times_a_Day\"><\/span><strong>3. Frequency Matters: Is It Healthy to Poop 5 Times a Day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Normal bowel frequency ranges from 1\u20133 times per day, but variations exist. Pooping five times daily may not always be concerning but could indicate:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-364035\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Dietary changes (high fiber intake)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Microbiome imbalance<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Stress or gastrointestinal conditions<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Smell_Signals_How_Can_Probiotics_help\"><\/span><strong>4. Smell Signals: How Can Probiotics help?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">While stool naturally has an odor, strong or unusual smells may indicate gut dysbiosis or issues in protein metabolism. <strong>Fermentation by gut bacteria can produce sulfur compounds or other gases.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Probiotics and prebiotics help restore microbial balance, potentially reducing unpleasant smells while promoting a healthier gut environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Floating_vs_Sinking_What_Your_Poops_Buoyancy_Tells_You\"><\/span><strong>5. Floating vs. Sinking: What Your Poop\u2019s Buoyancy Tells You<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\" eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-df95b7\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Floating stool<\/strong>: Can indicate excessive gas, fat malabsorption, or microbiome imbalance.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Sinking stool<\/strong>: Typically signals normal digestion.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Mucus_in_Poop\"><\/span><strong>6. Mucus in Poop<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">A small amount of mucus in stool is normal, but noticeable amounts may signal gut irritation, infection, or inflammation. A balanced gut microbiome maintained by probiotics <strong>can help regulate mucus production, supporting intestinal health and reducing discomfort.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Blood_in_Stool_When_to_Worry_and_Check_Your_Gut_Health\"><\/span><strong>7. Blood in Stool: When to Worry and Check Your Gut Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Blood in stool requires attention:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-5cbd8d\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Red blood<\/strong>: Usually lower gastrointestinal bleeding, hemorrhoids, or anal fissures.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Black or tarry stool<\/strong>: May indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-blob-6\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"527\" src=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/525513.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1810\" style=\"width:686px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/525513.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/525513-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/525513-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/525513-50x26.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Straining_or_Pain\"><\/span><strong>8. Straining or Pain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/harmful-to-strain-while-pooping\">Experiencing straining<\/a> or pain during bowel movements can reveal a lot about your digestive health. Common causes include inadequate fiber intake, insufficient hydration, or imbalances in your gut bacteria. <strong>Hard, dry stools often indicate that your colon is absorbing too much water, making bowel movements difficult and uncomfortable. <\/strong>On the other hand, irregular or painful stools may also signal underlying gut dysbiosis, inflammation, or sensitivity to certain foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Addressing these issues often starts with small lifestyle adjustments. Increasing dietary fiber through fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can soften stool and make it easier to pass. <strong>Staying well-hydrated supports smooth digestion and helps prevent constipation. <\/strong>Probiotics can play a key role in restoring gut balance, improving bowel regularity, and reducing discomfort. Certain strains help enhance nutrient absorption, support gut motility, and even ease bloating associated with straining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Unusual_Poop_Patterns\"><\/span><strong>9. Unusual Poop Patterns<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Sudden changes in stool frequency, color, consistency, or odor can indicate microbiome imbalance, IBS, or infections. <strong>Keeping a healthy poop chart and tracking patterns helps detect early issues, allowing timely interventions with diet, probiotics, or medical care.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Poop_as_a_Window_to_Overall_Health\"><\/span><strong>10. Poop as a Window to Overall Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Your gut microbiome influences immunity, energy, mood, and even skin health. Observing stool provides clues to systemic health beyond digestion. <strong>Incorporating probiotics supports gut bacteria, improving not only bowel health but also overall wellness.<\/strong> Using poop as a simple self-check tool empowers you to make proactive health decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bioma_Probiotics_for_a_Healthy_Poop\"><\/span><strong>Bioma Probiotics for a Healthy Poop<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">For those looking to support gut health consistently, <a href=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/\"><strong>Bioma Digestive &amp; Gut Repair<\/strong><\/a> provides clinically selected probiotic strains to restore balance to your microbiome. <strong>Regular use can improve stool consistency, reduce bloating, and strengthen your digestive system.<\/strong> Combined with fiber-rich foods and hydration, Bioma probiotics offer an easy, effective way to support both bowel health and overall wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image size-large eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.bioma.health\/bioma-probiotics\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-1600x900.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/bioma.health\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2-1920x1080.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Poop_as_a_Daily_Gut_Health_Check\"><\/span><strong>Your Poop as a Daily Gut Health Check<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Poop is a natural, informative indicator of digestive and overall health. By observing characteristics such as color, form, frequency, smell, and patterns, you can gain insights into your gut and microbiome. <strong>Incorporating probiotics, fiber-rich foods, and proper hydration supports healthy bowel movements and a balanced microbiome<\/strong>. Keep a healthy poop chart, track changes, and use these observations as a simple yet powerful tool for maintaining optimal gut health.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your poop is more than just a bathroom routine\u2014it\u2019s a window into your overall health. 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