Can Your “Poop Schedule” Predict Disease?
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted April 30, 2025
We all do it.
If you’re alive, you poop.
Some of us are so regular that we could set a clock based on our bathroom habits. Others, not so much.
And yet, talking about bowel movements remains one of those taboo topics. Even your doctor skims over it during your annual checkup!
But the truth is, your poop schedule might be the most critical indicator of your overall health.
A new study confirmed what natural health advocates have been saying for decades: poop matters.
This fascinating study reveals that your bowel movement frequency significantly influences your physiology and long-term health.
And not surprisingly, there’s a “Goldilocks zone” that’s just right: pooping once or twice a day.
Researchers found that folks who fall outside this ideal range often face serious health consequences.
Those with constipation (one or two bowel movements per week) showed increased levels of inflammation and toxins in their bloodstream—even if they were otherwise “healthy.”
On the flip side, those with frequent diarrhea face their own set of problems, including potential nutrient deficiencies and dehydration.
But here’s the most alarming finding…
Mainstream medicine has largely ignored this crucial health indicator!
Think about it—when was the last time your doctor spent more than 30 seconds discussing your bathroom habits?
They’ll happily write you a prescription for those popular new GLP-1 weight loss shots or the latest blood pressure medication. But, heaven forbid, they look at what your body tells you through your digestive patterns.
The truth is, your bowel movements are a window into your internal health. When waste isn’t properly eliminated, those toxins don’t just disappear—they get reabsorbed into your bloodstream, contributing to everything from chronic inflammation to serious disease.
So, what can YOU do to get your poop schedule back on track naturally?
- Drink more water. Most Americans are chronically dehydrated, which is a recipe for constipation.
- Add more soluble fiber to your diet through whole foods (not processed “fiber bars” filled with artificial ingredients).
- Eat more fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, or kefir to boost healthy gut bacteria.
- Get moving! Regular exercise stimulates intestinal contractions.
- Establish a regular bathroom routine—your body loves consistency.
Not everyone wants to talk about their poop, but it’s your body’s way of communicating with you. It’s time we started listening.
Your bowel movements might not be dinner conversation material, but they should definitely be a bigger part of your health discussions. Because in the end, what comes out (and when) says a lot about what’s going on inside.
P.S. This delicious drink SLASHES bowel cancer risk.
Source:
Johnson-Martínez, Johannes P. et al., Aberrant bowel movement frequencies coincide with increased microbe-derived blood metabolites associated with reduced organ function, Cell Reports Medicine, Volume 5, Issue 7, 101646
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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