175. The Scoop On Poop: What Your Poop Reveals About Your Health

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The Scoop On Poop: What Your Poop Reveals About Your Health

Host Evan Roberts delves into the topic of bowel movements, explaining the importance of understanding stool consistency and what it indicates about one's gastrointestinal health. Drawing from his personal experiences with gastrointestinal issues, including IBS and a tapeworm, Evan discusses the seven classifications of stool and what each type signifies, from severe constipation to diarrhea.

The episode offers advice on achieving a healthy digestion through hydration, increasing fiber intake, and possibly using magnesium for constipation, as well as the role of pre, pro, and postbiotics along with digestive enzymes for those dealing with frequent, loose stools. Evan aims to provide listeners with actionable insights on improving their digestive health by paying attention to their stool and adjusting their diet and supplementation accordingly.

00:00 Welcome and Show Introduction

00:16 Today's Focus: The Scoop on Poop

00:39 Listener Feedback and Episode Format Changes

01:28 Personal Journey with Gastrointestinal Issues

02:31 Understanding Stool: From Constipation to Diarrhea

07:19 Tips for Managing Constipation

09:43 Achieving the Ideal Stool Consistency

11:34 Addressing Loose Stool and Digestive Health

14:38 Concluding Thoughts