Why is my poo brown? And how do you know if it's healthy?

Why is my poo brown? And how do you know if it's healthy?

This is a topic we often don't like to talk about. BUT, our poo, or poop, is a normal part of the digestive process and something we shouldn't be shy of. It's also very important to discuss because many of you listening will struggle with your bowel movements and this is often a result of poor lifestyle choices.

Have you ever wondered why it's brown? Or whether yours is healthy?

Join Dr Nick as he takes you on a deep dive into the literature to explain the fun science behind all of this, as well as learn about what you can do to improve your gut health.

Relevant studies and resources can be found here:

https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/1958/JR/jr9580003085

https://www.continence.org.au/bristol-stool-chart

For more help on your health and weight loss journey, check out the IWL award-winning program found here: https://intervalweightloss.com/

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Dr Nick Fuller is a Leading Obesity Expert at the University of Sydney and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and the founder of the IWL program: https://profiles.sydney.edu.au/nick.fuller

He holds the following qualifications:

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Obesity Treatment - The University of Sydney

Bachelors Degree, Human Movement & Sports Science - University of Technology, Sydney

Masters Degree, Nutrition & Dietetics - The University of Sydney

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