A member asked:

Is it bad that the only way i can have a bowel movement is if i drink coffee? i only have one cup a day in the morning which makes me go.

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Good habits.: It is very useful to set up a good routine for your bowel habits. If yours involves a morning cup of coffee, I see no real problem with that. I think you are not in the minority. It works for me too!

Answered 8/30/2016

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Neither your...: ...coffee consumption is excessive nor your stool frequency abnormal. Please evaluate how much fiber and fluids you consume daily, and improve intake as appropriate.

Answered 4/4/2015

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