Medically reviewed by Shadi Hamdeh, MD Key Takeaways The Bristol Stool Chart helps you understand poop types and possible health issues.Types 3 and 4 on the chart describe normal, healthy stool that ...

Your poop says a lot about your health. Here's what gastroenterologists say to look for and explain the link between exercise and gut health.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In addition to being able to describe your stool to a doctor, it's helpful to have a general idea of the ...

There’s a useful chart that can help you determine if your stool falls into a healthy or not-so-healthy category.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Everyone poops—but that doesn’t mean we like to talk about it or acknowledge it in any way, shape, or ...