Your number two tells you a lot about your health and digestion. We know you might be afraid to ask your doctor about changes in your stool so we've outlined some "scary and friendly" forms of number two.

2. SepArate Hard LumPs
This indicates severe constipation.
A lack of fiber can lead to these hard,
pellet-like lumps.
Looks like...

3. Looks like...
SauSage-ShaPed but LumPy
This indicates mild constipation.
Consider drinking more water and
increase your fiber intake.
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4. SniCkers
Looks like...
SauSage-ShaPed With CraCks on the SurFace
This is “perfect” normal poop. Sausage shaped with
cracks on the surface indicates that your body is
properly absorbing water, fiber and fats.

5. TooTsie Roll
Looks like...
SnaKe ShaPeD, SmoOth and Soft
Also a “perfect” normal poop. Smooth
and soft poop indicates that your body is
properly absorbing water, fiber and fats.

6. MarShMalLows
Looks like...
Soft BloBs With CleAr-cut EdgEs
This indicates that you are lacking fiber in
your diet. Consider adding fiber rich foods
into your meals.

7. DolLops of IciNg
Looks like...
MusHy PieCes With RagGed EdgEs
This indicates mild diarrhea. Consider
adding water, healthy fats and fiber
into your diet.

8. ChoCoLate Milk
Looks like...
RunNy and no SolId PieCes
This indicates severe diarrhea. It’s moving
through the intestines too quickly so water
isn’t being absorbed. Too much fiber, a dietary
cleanse or an infection could be the cause.

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If you experience frequent diarrhea, or
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