What Your Poop Says About Your Health (Bristol Stool Chart Explained by a Gut Health Expert)

Ever wondered what your poop says about your health? 🌟 In this enlightening video, a gut health expert breaks down the Bristol Stool Chart, explaining stool types in-depth! 💩 From healthy poop indicators to the causes of diarrhea and constipation, our gut is a window into our overall well-being. 🩺 Discover how understanding the poop chart can guide you toward optimal gastrointestinal health. With engaging visuals and concise explanations, we’ll empower you to better regulate your digestive health. Don’t miss out—watch now to unlock the secrets of your bowel movements and learn how they relate to your gut health! 🚀 #Health #GutHealth #BristolStoolChart Understanding your poop may feel embarrassing, but it is one of the most accurate windows into your gut health. In today’s video, I’m breaking down the Bristol Stool Form Scale, a medically validated tool used by gastroenterologists around the world to understand digestion, gut motility, hydration, and fiber status. This video will help you know what your stool type means, when to adjust your diet, and when it’s time to see a doctor. If you’re “poop shy,” don’t worry — by the end of this video, you’ll understand everything clearly. 🔍 What We Cover in This Video: 1. What is the Bristol Stool Form Scale? The chart classifies human stool into seven types, ranging from severe constipation to severe diarrhea. Doctors use this daily to assess gut health, hydration, and bowel transit time. 2. Type 1 & Type 2 – Signs of Constipation If your stool looks like separate hard lumps (Type 1) or sausage-shaped but lumpy (Type 2), this almost always means one thing: ➡ You’re dehydrated or low in water-rich foods. I’ll show you simple dietary fixes: Increase water intake