TYPE 1

Appearance: Like hard, separate lumps

Indicates: Can be a sign of constipation

Small but hard to pass, Type 1 poo can be a sign of constipation. It’s spent too much time in your system, likely causing you to feel bloated, uncomfortable and strain for too long on the toilet. Don’t worry though. Hydration, the right food and supplements can help soften your stool, making it easier to pass and saving you time on the toilet.

TYPE 2

Appearance: Like a dry, sausage-shaped, lumpy log

Indicates: You could be constipated

You likely struggle to pass this hard, dry stool, which can cause a lot of unnecessary straining while you “go”. Type 2 poo can be a sign you have a slower bowel than most. Don’t worry though. Hydration, the right food and supplements can help soften your stool, making it easier to pass and saving you time on the toilet.

TYPE 3

Appearance: Sausage-shaped with small cracks on the surface

Indicates: Congrats! You’re doo-doo-ing just right

Somewhat soft and easy to pass, Type 3 feces are normal. If it’s taking you longer than a minute to push it out though, drink some more water. Keep hydrating, eating clean and taking the right supplements so you can stay on track and completely clean out your system every time you go.

TYPE 4

Appearance: Like a small, smooth snake

Indicates: Congrats! You’re doo-doo-ing just right

Soft and easy to pass, Type 4 stool is ideal. Like, if “poop goals” were a thing…Type 4 takes first place. Make sure it happens every one to three days. Keep hydrating, eating clean and taking the right supplements so you can stay on track and completely clean out your system every time you go.

TYPE 5

Appearance: Like soft “blobs” with clear-cut edges

Indicates: Can be a sign you need more fiber

Soft and easy to pass, Type 5 feces aren’t bad, but can be a sign you need a bit more fiber in your diet. If you feel like you need to run to the bathroom, this can also be an early sign of diarrhea. High-fiber veggies and high-quality supplements can help bulk things up and get you back on track.

TYPE 6

Appearance: Like fluffy, mushy ice cream with ragged edges

Indicates: Can be a sign of diarrhea

Too soft and a sign of diarrhea — especially if you have this more than three times a day — Type 6 stool is telling you to drink more water. You also have to make sure you replace the minerals and electrolytes lost from “going” too often. Healthy fruits and veggies and high-quality supplements can help bulk things up and get you back on track.

TYPE 7

Appearance: Watery, completely liquid

Indicates: You’ve got the runs, aka diarrhea

Type 7 moves through your system too quickly, which means it didn’t have enough time to shape into healthy, normal poop. It could be from something you ate or a sign of something more serious. Check with a doctor if this lasts for multiple days or if you notice signs of dehydration. Hydrating and high-quality supplements can help bulk things up and get you back on track.