Bristol Stool Chart

Understanding your digestive health through the Bristol Stool Scale.

Type 1: Separate hard lumps
Type 1: Separate hard lumps
#1
CONSTIPATION
Severe constipation. Hard to pass.
Type 2: Lumpy and sausage-like
Type 2: Lumpy and sausage-like
#2
CONSTIPATION
Mild constipation.
Type 3: A sausage with cracks on surface
Type 3: A sausage with cracks on surface
#3
OPTIMAL
Normal / Optimal.
Type 4: Like a sausage; smooth and soft
Type 4: Like a sausage; smooth and soft
#4
OPTIMAL
Normal / Optimal.
Type 5: Soft blobs with clear-cut edges
Type 5: Soft blobs with clear-cut edges
#5
LOW-FIBER
Lacking fiber.
Type 6: Mushy pieces with ragged edges
Type 6: Mushy pieces with ragged edges
#6
INFLAMMATION
Mild diarrhea/inflammation.
Type 7: Watery, no solid pieces
Type 7: Watery, no solid pieces
#7
INFLAMMATION
Severe diarrhea / Potential infection.

💡 Tips for Digestive Health

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Hydration
Drinking enough water helps fiber do its job and keeps stool soft and easy to pass.
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Fiber Rich Diet
Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains add bulk and regularity to your digestion.
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Regular Movement
Physical activity stimulates bowel movements and optimizes digestion speed.
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Consistency
Your body loves a routine. Eating at consistent times helps stabilize your digestion.

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