Regardless of what GI symptoms you are experiencing, your poop really does have all the answers. Before you jump into expensive testing and analysis, it can be helpful to take note of what patterns and clues your stool is giving to you. If you don’t know where to start in addressing your GI symptoms, this episode will help you identify the possible causes of your symptoms by teaching you what your poop is telling you about your symptoms. In today’s episode, Dr. Heather is breaking down exactly what to look for so that you can relieve your GI symptoms for good. 

Today on Love Your Gut: 

-What is a normal amount of bowel movements per day

-What should your stool look like 

-What happens if you stray from “normal”

-How to tell if you need further testing or evaluation

Key Moments: 

[0:10]: Your stool and digestive health

[4:24]: Stool abnormalities and GI issues

[8:51]: Bowel health and urgency

[12:52]: Stool color, consistency, and other health issues

[18:44]: How stool can reveal underlying health issues 

Resources: 

• Take the free quiz to identify the root causes of your bloating.
• Listen to our secret podcast "Fix Your Gut and Love Food Again."

Connect with Dr. Heather Finley

• Dr. Heather’s book
• Instagram

Next Steps

• Join the gutTogether® membership program and start addressing your GI issues today!  

Links mentioned in the episode: 

• LMNT: Get a free sample pack with purchase! 
• Get 1:1 support from the gutTogether® team: Book a discovery call 

Key words:

stool , symptoms , urgency , issues , gut , clients , evaluated , poop , gi doctor , constipation , motility , mineral , bristol stool , episode , eating , diarrhea , bowels , emptying , straining