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Ghost Poop Goals: Practical Steps to Transform Your Digestion - AI Podcast

Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Episode • May 13 • 9m
Story at-a-glance
  • Ghost poops — bowel movements that leave no residue when wiping and sink in the toilet — are indicators of excellent gut health and proper digestion, showing your body is efficiently processing nutrients
  • Many digestive issues that prevent ghost poops stem from poor diet, stress, dehydration or insufficient physical activity, all of which disrupt your gut microbiome
  • Contrary to popular belief, healing your gut often requires increasing digestible carbohydrates (200 to 350 grams daily) rather than focusing on fiber-heavy foods that might worsen symptoms in an unhealthy gut
  • Proper toilet posture significantly impacts elimination — using a footstool or leaning forward opens your colon for more complete evacuation
  • Floating or sticky stools signal issues with fat absorption or gut inflammation, while regular ghost poops indicate your digestive system is functioning optimally

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