Travel into the digestive system to see how food is turned into waste, and what causes the different colors and textures of poop.

Poop that is hard and shaped like tiny rocks or pebbles is likely just a sign of constipation. You can still be considered constipated even if you are able to pass a small amount of stool. The large intestine …

Dec 9, 2025 · Key Takeaways Brown poop is normal and comes from a pigment called bilirubin. Green poop can happen from eating foods like spinach or from gastrointestinal infections or severe …

Your poop can tell you if you’re eating enough fiber and drinking enough water, or if your digestive system is processing food too slowly or too quickly. Also, lasting changes in your bowel habits or the …

Jan 13, 2026 · While "normal" poop varies in shape and color, scientific research and clinical consensus outline a specific range of appearances that indicate optimal nutrition inputs (think fiber!), hydration, …

Oct 29, 2025 · The Bristol Stool Chart is a tool that helps people understand and describe different types of poop. It includes pictures and descriptions of seven different types of poop, ranging from watery …

Feb 17, 2026 · Learn what healthy poop looks like how often you should go, and tips from a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist on constipation, diarrhea, and pooping right.

Nov 1, 2025 · The Bristol Stool Chart sorts poop into seven types, which reveal insights into constipation or diarrhea. Constipation causes hard, infrequent stools.

Jun 24, 2025 · Pooping is an essential step in your digestive system: It’s how your body gets rid of waste. While it’s not something everyone likes to talk about, your poop—including its shape and size …

Feb 1, 2024 · The details of your poop can provide clues to your state of health. Learn what the sight, smell, size, color, and shape of your poop can tell you.