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Why you should look at your poo before you flush

Why you should look at your poo before you flush
Why you should look at your poo before you flush (Photo: Recraft)

Let's face it, everyone goes to the toilet, yet most people flush without a second glance. It may sound unpleasant, but paying attention to what's in the toilet bowl can reveal a lot about your gut health.

Doctors often ask for a stool sample for a reason. Your poo is your body's way of telling you what's going on inside. Think of your stool as a short health report. What's normal for one person won't be for another.

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