20/08/2025
Let’s talk about p**p! 💩
Understanding your stool can give you clues about your digestion, fibre intake, and gut health. Here’s a quick guide based on the Bristol Stool Chart:
1️⃣ Type 1 – Separate hard lumps → Constipation, often a sign of dehydration or low fibre.
2️⃣ Type 2 – Sausage-shaped but lumpy → Mild constipation, still needs more fibre and fluids.
3️⃣ Type 3 – Like a sausage with cracks → Getting closer to ideal stool - drink more water to get it smoother.
4️⃣ Type 4 – Smooth, soft sausage or snake → Normal, ideal stool. ✅
5️⃣ Type 5 – Soft blobs with clear edges → Lacking fibre, passes easily.
6️⃣ Type 6 – Fluffy pieces with ragged edges → Mild diarrhoea, may indicate infection or irritation.
7️⃣ Type 7 – Watery, no solid pieces → Severe diarrhoea, often needs medical attention. ⚠️
Your stool can tell you a lot about your gut and pelvic health. If you experience persistent constipation, incontinence, or difficulty passing stool, a pelvic floor physio can help you strengthen your muscles, improve bowel function, and support healthy digestion.
