How does bowel movement affect weight

Some simple yoga poses can also help. According to the GESA, other people find it helpful to sit in a different way on the toilet. A small stool placed under the feet alters the angle of the body and, for some people, this reduces the need to strain.

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You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano. Your weight may be affected by the levels of specific bacteria in your gut that are present in your poop, according to a September study published in the International Journal of Obesity.

After assigning 62 overweight participants a high-fiber Nordic Diet or a grainless Danish diet, researchers analyzed two types of gut bacteria Prevotella and Bacteroides present in participants' stool. Those who followed the high-fiber Nordic diet — rich in leafy greens, whole grains and fruit — lost about seven pounds more than participants who followed the Danish diet — high in lean meat and eggs — but with one caveat: Only those with a higher level of Prevotella than Bacteroides in their poop lost the weight.

People who followed the Nordic diet but didn't show higher levels of Prevotella didn't lose much more weight than participants following the Danish diet. To simplify: Researchers realized that participants with different levels of gut bacteria found in their stool had different reactions to the diet. That seems to be why some participants experienced weight loss on the Nordic diet, while others did not.

So, how can you learn more about your own gut bacteria? While there are at-home gut bacteria tests on the market, they may not provide the most reliable results, according to the American Gastroenterological Association. Getting a clear image of your gut microbiome and levels of bacteria requires several samples and analyses.

For a better understanding of your personal levels of gut bacteria, it's best to consult a gastroenterologist. Fiber is a nutrient that plays a role in digestive health and regular bowel movement, according to the U. National Library of Medicine.