Poop Quiz! What Do Your Bowel Movements Say About You?

The point is that your bowel movements are bound to change—sometimes for the better, other times…not so much. Take this quiz to see how healthy your poop is (plus, how to have better poops if your stools are suboptimal):

C) Once a day

C) Smooth and snakelike or log-shaped with a few cracks on the surface

C) Easy

C) Great! My energy levels are high, and I feel like I can tackle the rest of my to-do list to end the day on a productive note

C) Nothing healthwise—I've found a healthy balance with my workout routines, diet, and sleep schedule

If you're experiencing watery stool that's too easy to pass, you may be passing extra water due to a lack of fiber in your diet. 

As it turns out, a whopping 95% of Americans1 are failing to get enough fiber in their diets. Adding high-fiber foods and a quality fiber supplement (like mindbodygreen's organic fiber+ with prebiotic support, which delivers 6 grams of fiber) to your meals and snacks can help you reach your daily dietary fiber needs.*

In addition to upping your fiber intake through diet and/or high-quality fiber supplementation, be sure that you're hydrating properly and moving your body to promote regularity.* If you suspect that external stressors are the reason your poop is MIA, try out a mindfulness practice (like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises). 

Congratulations, it sounds like you've optimized your eliminations! Keep up the good work by getting plenty of fiber and water each day, managing your stress levels, supporting your gut microbiome, and moving your body regularly. 

Our bowel movements are in a state of constant flux. Knowing what's healthy can help you identify any suboptimal stools that may indicate other health concerns, like inadequate fiber intake or not drinking enough water.