These Are The Daily Habits That Will Change The Way You Poop For The Better

"Elimination from the GI tract is important to make sure your system remains fresh and relatively empty,"

"Constipation and backed-up bowels can cause bloating and abdominal pain and other unpleasant symptoms. Passing stool that has been in the colon for a long time can also be difficult and painful."

"What is considered normal to poop is three times a day to three times a week. If you are going too often, you may not be emptying completely or stools may be too soft. If you are not going often enough, this can lead to constipation, hemorrhoids, and straining during bowel movements, which can weaken your pelvic floor muscles."

Constipation affects an estimated 16% of adults and 33% of adults over 60, with at least 2.5 million related doctor visits annually. Constipation is defined as fewer than three bowel movements per week, hard or dry stools, or stools that are difficult to pass. Backed-up bowels can cause bloating, abdominal pain, and painful passage of long-retained stool. Normal bowel frequency ranges from three times a day to three times a week. Going too often may reflect incomplete emptying or overly soft stools. Infrequent bowel movements increase risk of hemorrhoids, straining, and weakened pelvic floor muscles. Increasing insoluble fiber helps move food through the digestive system.

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